What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mammography Technologist position at Pride Health?
Pride Health is hiring a Mammography Technologist to support our client's hospital facility in Chicago, IL 60617. This is a 13 contract-weeks role, with possible extension – open to local and travel.
Summary: Performs basic and intermediate screening and diagnostic mammography examinations under the direction of the Radiologist.
Duties:
- Performs breast imaging as well as ultrasound and stereotactic-guided biopsy procedures.
- Assists in the technical orientation of cross-trained Radiologic Technologists and instructs them in complex or difficult procedures.
- Operate and maintain mammography equipment according to manufacturer specifications and facility protocols.
- Prepare patients for procedures by explaining the process and addressing concerns.
- Ensure patient comfort and maintain privacy throughout the examination.
- Position patients properly to capture accurate images.
- Perform routine quality control checks on imaging equipment.
- Ensure compliance with state, federal, and organizational safety and imaging regulations (e.g., MQSA, ACR guidelines).
- Maintain accurate records and documentation for quality assurance purposes.
- Work closely with radiologists to ensure images meet diagnostic needs.
Education/Skills
- Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required
Experience
- 2 years Mammo Tech experience
- 3D Mammo experience
- Diagnostic breast scans experience
- HIGHLY PREFER a candidate with experience with stereotactic and biopsies but not required.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- Registered by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography and Mammography required
- Active IL License (IEMA)
- BLS required
Additional Information:
- Location: Chicago, IL 60617
- Schedule: 8-hour shifts, 7:30 AM - 4 PM (40 hours per week)
- Weekend Rotation: Every other Saturday (7:30pm-4pm) If working a Saturday, will have another day off during the week
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Pay Rate: $60 - $65/hour
*Offered pay rate will be based on education, experience, and healthcare credentials.
Interested? Apply now!
About Pride Health
Pride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.
Salary : $60 - $65