Mammography Technologist
Chicago, Illinois
Rush Breast Imaging

Job Opportunity: Mammography Tech

Location: Chicago, Illinois
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Shift: Day shift, 5 days a week, 8 hours per day (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM)
• Total Hours per Week: 40

Required Qualifications

• Valid Illinois state license preferred; can be obtained after booking (processing time approx. 5 days)
• IEMA license required
• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification required
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required
• Minimum years of experience in specialty: Not explicitly stated (assume standard for Mammography Tech)
• Prior travel experience: Not required (accepts first-time travelers)

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID)
• Background check within 30 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years, including all aliases
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, confirming fitness to work without restrictions
• Drug testing: 9-panel test within 90 days of start (excluding marijuana), must include nitrate and creatinine levels
• TB screening: Negative TB test or chest X-ray within required timeframe; TB questionnaire updated annually
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Hepatitis B surface antibody titer (with declination option)
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive IgG titers
  • Varicella vaccination or positive IgG titer
  • Tdap vaccine (declination accepted with prior vaccination record and facility form)
• Seasonal flu vaccination required for 2025-2026 season (medical/religious exemptions considered with documentation)
• Illinois Mandatory Reporting Training for all clinical patient-facing/in-person positions (valid for 3 years)
• State-specific fingerprinting and registry requirements for patient-facing candidates without an Illinois state license

Certifications and Competencies

• ACLS, PALS, NRP, EFM certifications: Consult unit description for applicability (not specifically required for Mammography Tech)
• Orientation Safety Manual acknowledgment required
• Competency exams as applicable

Additional Notes

• Locals are welcome at the same rate
• Must complete facility-specific forms such as contractor data form and mandated reporter status form
• References: 2 professional references within 3 years required for direct hires

This position offers a structured day shift schedule with comprehensive compliance and credentialing requirements to ensure quality and safety in patient care.