Mammography Technologist

Prime Healthcare•Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Mammography Technologist, also referred to as the Mammographer, performs specialized radiographic imaging procedures that assist radiologists in diagnosing and treating medical disorders. The role includes direct patient care and participation in facility quality and safety initiatives, while following local and federal regulations. The Mammographer helps address complex and sensitive patient and family issues and ensures quality, safe care for patients of all ages. The position works under the general supervision of the Director of Radiology Services in a fast-paced hospital environment with diverse patient populations. New graduates are encouraged to apply and receive structured onboarding, mentorship, and support. The role offers opportunities for flexible scheduling, career growth within a large health system, a collaborative patient-centered team culture, and modality cross-training. This is a full-time, non-exempt day-shift position with 10-hour shifts, either 7:00 AM–5:30 PM or 7:30 AM–6:00 PM, and every third Saturday. There are no holidays, Sundays, or on-call responsibilities. The stated pay range is $35.78–$51.82 per hour. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply and are discussed during the interview process. The employer determines exact starting compensation based on factors including skills, applicable experience, education, credentials, and licensure.

Requirements

State-required licensure and/or fluoroscopy permit.
Current ARRT certification.
Advanced certification in Mammography.
Current experience as a radiology technologist.
Strong verbal, written, and communication skills.
Current BCLS (AHA) certification.
Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory standards.
Ability to travel to all imaging facilities regularly and without notice.
Experience with Hospital Information Services (HIS) and/or a Radiology Information System (RIS).

Nice To Haves

New graduates are encouraged to apply; structured onboarding, mentorship, and support are available.

Responsibilities

Perform specialized radiographic imaging procedures to assist radiologists in diagnosing and treating medical disorders.
Participate in direct patient care.
Participate in facility quality and safety initiatives and comply with local and federal regulations.
Assist with complex and sensitive patient and patient-family issues.
Ensure quality and safe delivery of care to patients of all ages.
Travel to imaging facilities as needed, including regularly and without notice.

Benefits

$10,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply.
Paid time off.
401K retirement plan.
Medical coverage.
Dental coverage.
Vision coverage.
Tuition reimbursement.
Voluntary benefit options.
Flexible scheduling options.
Career growth opportunities.
Modality cross-training opportunities.