Mammographer Jobs in Illinois
Mammographer jobs in Illinois are in steady demand, concentrated in hospital imaging departments, outpatient radiology centers, and women's health clinics across a market that supports openings from entry-level technologists through senior and lead positions. Chicago, Peoria, and Rockford are the state's primary hiring hubs, and large systems like Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Aurora Health, and OSF HealthCare maintain consistent recruitment for this role. The most in-demand specialties include 3D tomosynthesis, mobile mammography, and quality assurance coordination. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description:
The Mammographer, under the direction of the Mammography Supervisor, to provide high quality mammographic services to patients. Responsible for assuring that the images are done in an accurate, safe and timely manner. Delivers exemplary service to patients, families, physicians and co-workers. Is expected to function with initiative and independent judgment. Works closely with mammography supervisor to assure the highest level of patient care possible.
Responsibilities include;
- Performs high quality exams. Provide optimal comfort for the exam. Treat patients with dignity and respect.
- Assists radiologist with biopsies.
- Provides optimal patient communication with follow through in presenting a complete case to the radiologist in an accurate and timely manner.
- Assists mammography supervisor with projects as requested. Able to perform all QA as needed.
- Responsible for all following all MSQA, FDA, JCAHO, and ACR requirements within the Mammography.
- Assists physicist for annual inspection.
- Maintains professional competencies and education requirements. Actively participates in CE programs to assure RT (M) qualifications are met. Provides supervisor with current licenses and CEU’s as they become available. Monitors quantity of mammograms done to meet the required number for state inspection.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Responsible for all safety regulations in the Mammography section.
- Keeps mammography work room, exam room, changing and waiting areas clean and neat. Empties laundry bag when needed. Monitors supplies and checks expiration dates on special procedure supplies. Reports any malfunction of equipment immediately to supervisor or Clinical Manager.
- Performs related mammography service functions in a timely manner.
- Assumes responsibility for all documentation in the Mammography Reporting System and accesses reports as needed when supervisor is unavailable.
- Provides clinical advice to Radiology clerical staff as needed. Communicates with clerical staff regarding patients’ missed appointments or tardiness.
- Includes stereotactic and needle localization biopsy, experience not necessary willing to train.
Minimum Education
Must be a graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
Minimum Work Experience
1+ years of experience
Done Densitometry experience preferred
Required Licenses
Radiologic Technologist and Technician
Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist License
ARRT - Mammography Certified, BCLS
Pay Range:
$46.00 - $68.35The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.
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When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
Job Description:
The Mammographer, under the direction of the Mammography Supervisor, to provide high quality mammographic services to patients. Responsible for assuring that the images are done in an accurate, safe and timely manner. Delivers exemplary service to patients, families, physicians and co-workers. Is expected to function with initiative and independent judgment. Works closely with mammography supervisor to assure the highest level of patient care possible.
Responsibilities include;
- Performs high quality exams. Provide optimal comfort for the exam. Treat patients with dignity and respect.
- Assists radiologist with biopsies.
- Provides optimal patient communication with follow through in presenting a complete case to the radiologist in an accurate and timely manner.
- Assists mammography supervisor with projects as requested. Able to perform all QA as needed.
- Responsible for all following all MSQA, FDA, JCAHO, and ACR requirements within the Mammography.
- Assists physicist for annual inspection.
- Maintains professional competencies and education requirements. Actively participates in CE programs to assure RT (M) qualifications are met. Provides supervisor with current licenses and CEU’s as they become available. Monitors quantity of mammograms done to meet the required number for state inspection.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Responsible for all safety regulations in the Mammography section.
- Keeps mammography work room, exam room, changing and waiting areas clean and neat. Empties laundry bag when needed. Monitors supplies and checks expiration dates on special procedure supplies. Reports any malfunction of equipment immediately to supervisor or Clinical Manager.
- Performs related mammography service functions in a timely manner.
- Assumes responsibility for all documentation in the Mammography Reporting System and accesses reports as needed when supervisor is unavailable.
- Provides clinical advice to Radiology clerical staff as needed. Communicates with clerical staff regarding patients’ missed appointments or tardiness.
- Includes stereotactic and needle localization biopsy, experience not necessary willing to train.
Minimum Education
Must be a graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
Minimum Work Experience
1+ years of experience
Done Densitometry experience preferred
Required Licenses
Radiologic Technologist and Technician
Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist License
ARRT - Mammography Certified, BCLS
Pay Range:
$46.00 - $68.35The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mammographer jobs across Illinois.
- Active ARRT mammography certification recognized for Illinois practice
- Associate or bachelor's degree in radiologic technology from an accredited program
- Illinois Emergency Management Agency radiation technologist permit in good standing
- Minimum one to two years of clinical mammography or general radiologic experience
- Proficiency with digital mammography systems such as Hologic or GE Senographe
- Strong patient communication skills and ability to work with diverse clinical populations
Mammographer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mammographer in Illinois?
To work as a mammographer in Illinois, you must hold ARRT certification in mammography and obtain a radiation technologist permit through the Illinois Emergency Management Agency, which is the state body that regulates radiation-producing equipment operators. The typical path begins with an accredited radiologic technology program, followed by passing the ARRT radiography exam and then the mammography post-primary certification exam. Some employers also require a set number of supervised mammography clinical hours before hire.
How much do mammographers make in Illinois?
Mammographers in Illinois earn a median of about $79,930 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $59,350 for the lowest 10% to over $104,210 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire mammographers in Illinois?
Employers hiring mammographers in Illinois right now include Rush University Medical Center, Advocate Aurora Health, and Duly Health and Care, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Illinois's dense network of hospital systems and independent outpatient imaging centers means openings appear across both large academic medical centers and community-based practices throughout the state.
Which Illinois cities have the most mammographer jobs?
Chicago, Oak Park, and Anna have the most mammographer openings in Illinois. Chicago's concentration of major academic medical centers, specialty hospitals, and outpatient imaging clinics drives the bulk of demand, while Peoria and Rockford reflect the hiring pull of large regional systems like OSF HealthCare and Mercyhealth that anchor imaging services for surrounding communities.
Are there remote mammographer jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. Mammography is a hands-on, equipment-dependent role performed directly with patients, so the large majority of positions require on-site presence. About 0% of mammographer openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those roles typically involve reading support, quality assurance review, or administrative coordination rather than direct imaging work.
How can I get hired as a mammographer in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying as a radiologic technologist and requesting mammography rotation opportunities, which large Illinois systems like Advocate Aurora Health and Northwestern Medicine frequently offer new graduates. Completing your ARRT mammography post-primary certification early, even before accumulating significant clinical hours, signals commitment and often satisfies the minimum credential threshold for entry-level imaging roles that include mammography as part of a broader scope.
Where can I find and apply to mammographer jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to mammographer jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across hospital systems, outpatient centers, and mobile imaging providers. Find roles that fit your experience and credentials and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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