Position Summary:
The Mammographer performs breast imaging procedures which may include stereotactic-guided biopsy procedures and breast ultrasound.
Qualifications:
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Certificate Radiologic Technology or College Diploma Related Field
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Radiography License Illinois and American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Radiography Registry and American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Mammography Registry and Basic Life Support (BLS). ARRT Mammography Registry and ARRT Radiography Registry must be obtained within one (1) year of start date in position.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Demonstrated technical expertise in radiology.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Positive attitude and demonstrated willingness to assess and improve work environment. Ability to perform multiple tasks while coordinating patient flow and a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment and initiative. Maintain MQSA standards.
Essential Functions:
- Performs routine and complex breast imaging procedures following departmental guideline. Selects proper Mammography protocols and techniques to obtain optimal data. Reviews with radiologist when appropriate.
- Responsible to review radiology orders for completeness and accuracy. Reviews patient history and supporting clinical data for medical necessity. Takes steps to acquire additional information if needed from the patient, ordering provider and/or Radiologist.
- Demonstrates acceptable imaging quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors and alignment. Reviews patient data for accuracy, quality and completeness.
- Responsible for maintaining imaging equipment and workplace environment including maintaining supply inventories and orderliness of work area. Recognizes malfunctions and service needs and reports service needs in a timely manner.
- Understands and uses PACS and other digital imaging and reporting systems.
- Meets productivity levels as established by department benchmarking. Assists other areas during downtimes so to maintain productivity.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com.
Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for medical or religious exemption will be permitted.
