The Mammography Tech II performs screening and diagnostic breast health center procedures, including mammography and DEXA scans. They assist with stereotactic breast biopsies and serve as the first line interface with patients for their breast imaging needs.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have at least one year of hospital-based mammography, DEXA, and biopsy experience, along with a high school diploma and graduation from an AMA approved school of Radiological Technology. They must also be registered by the ARRT in radiography and MQSA/ACR certified, with a valid Illinois license to practice and administer radiation.
high schoolprofessional certificateComputer KnowledgeOperating EquipmentMammographyPatient InteractionRadiological TechnologyDEXA ScanStereotactic Breast BiopsiesBreast Needle Localizations
Job description
Company DescriptionAt Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace.
This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry.
As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system.
We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees.
Ready to join our quest for better?Job DescriptionThe Mammography Tech II reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.Responsibilities:Performs screening and diagnostic breast health center procedures, including mammography, dexa scan.Assists with stereotactic breast biopsies and breast needle localizations.Functions as the first line interface with patients in the successful accomplishment of their breast imaging needs.QualificationsRequired: One year of hospital-based mammography, DEXA and biopsy experienceHigh school graduate.Graduation from an AMA approved school of Radiological Technology, college or hospital affiliated.Registered by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) in radiography and MQSA/ACR certified.Licensed in the State of Illinois to practice and administer radiation.IEMA licensure (formerly IDNS).Basic computer knowledge.Ability to operate DEXA and mammography equipment, including stereotactic biopsy machine and devicesLicensure: CERT BLS, LIC IDNS, REG ARRTPreferred: Two years mammography experienceBS degreeAdditional languagesAdditional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.Background CheckNorthwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers.
If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.
Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
BenefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.
Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus.
Exception
New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.
