Mammography Technologist - Diagnostic Services Mammography

Position Summary UI Health is continuously seeking talented Mammography Technologists to join our expanding Diagnostic Team. This role will acquire Mammography images which are used for medical diagnoses and treatment. These Mammography images are interpreted by a Radiologist board-certified in Mammography to identify breast abnormalities. The Mammography Technologist works under direct supervision of higher-level personnel. About UI Health Center for Breast Care The Center for Breast Care’s Breast Imaging Center is an American College of Radiology Breast Imaging Center of Excellence. We offer a full range of the breast imaging services, including screening and diagnostic mammography, ultrasound, MRI, and image-guided biopsy. We are one of the leaders of breast imaging service in the Chicagoland area and our radiologists are specially trained in breast imaging. Duties & Responsibilities: Performs routine Mammography Imaging exams and proceduresUtilizes department clinical protocols to obtain optimal quality imagingObtains detailed history from patient and medical recordEducates patients on breast careNavigates electronic medical record and other information systems utilized to process imagingSchedules patients for exams and assists with some regulatory clerical functionsPerforms all quality control functions related to mammography equipmentAssists in training and education of Mammography studentsParticipates in the enforcement of Radiation safety practicesResponds to patient and/or staff service and patient experience issues.Adheres to regulatory standards such as MQSA, The Joint Commission, ACR, IDPH and Infection Control policyReports equipment failures and supply shortages as neededPerform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.