Mammography Technologist - BroMenn
 Carle Health | |
$30.79 - $52.96 / hr
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 United States, Illinois, Normal | |
 Mar 17, 2026 | |
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Overview
This position is primarily responsible for the performance of screening and diagnostic mammograms as well as invasive diagnostic breast exams. The technologist is the principle success factor in communicating a sense of calm to the patient; collects and processes valuable personal and clinical information; physically must touch the patient's breast and apply mechanical compression to the patient. The technologist must be knowledgeable of women's issues relative to breast health and other related diseases and be prepared to answer questions or provide resources that can assist in answering the patient's questions. The technologist has frequent interaction with radiologists, referring physicians, patients, family members, and the public. Qualifications Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA); Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Radiography - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA); Registered in Radiography (R) within 3 months - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Registered in Mammography (M) within 6 months - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Education: Certificate of Completion: Radiologic Technology; Associate's Degree: Related Field, Work Experience: Responsibilities Delivers patient care in accordance with department/hospital standards; changes to adapt to customer/department needs. Positions the breast to obtain the appropriate standard and alternative views. Applies radiation protection to patient in accordance with accepted radiation protection standards for mammography. Obtains current personal and family history of breast disease Secures patient consent forms as may be required; these consents include Authorization Form to Release Medical Information and Consent for Interventional Procedures. Documents the presence of a physical lump, moles or other skin lesions with markers indicating location of anatomical scars, previous surgical sites or other abnormalities. Ensures the presence of any previous diagnostic or pathology reports. Ensures all paperwork, forms and diagrams are complete and accurate and merged into PACs therefore ready for use by the supervising Radiologist. Provides accurate notes detailing any comments, unique circumstances or observation in Medical Record that will aid the Radiologist in dictating the mammographic report. Participates in advanced mammographic procedures such as needle localizations and specimen radiographs. Demonstration of how the equipment operates, the use of compression and address any questions the patient may have on a procedural basis, the technologist must be able to identify the anxious and fearful patient and be able to modify both the mammographic routine and their communication style in order to reduce the patient's anxiety and complete the study. On a post-procedure basis, the mammography technologist must be able to describe in sufficient detail the process by which the images will be processed and read by the Radiologists and how the diagnostic reports are communicated to the referring physician and how layman report is sent to patient's home. Properly labels and identifies specimens to go to lab. Performs equipment QC testing according to manufacturer's recommended frequency. Performs all other job duties as assigned. Evaluate recorded images for technical quality. Instruct patient before and during procedure. Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques; using beam restrictive devices; applying knowledge of exposure factors. Identifies each patient correctly, using two forms of identification prior to starting procedure. About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health. Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We've grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We're developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. 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. Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for this position is $30.79per hour - $52.96per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits. | |