Mammo Tech
Posted Oct 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026
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About your past
Tell me about a time a patient was upset about a callback for more imaging.
What they are checking: Whether they can calm worried patients without giving medical opinions about results.
What would you do
New mammography graduates are welcome to apply. If you are new, what support would you need in your first few months?
What they are checking: Whether they are honest about gaps and eager to learn, which helps leaders plan training.
A patient is anxious and says the compression hurts too much. How do you help her?
What they are checking: Whether they can explain why compression matters and comfort the patient while getting a good image.
The schedule includes rotating Saturdays and work at MacNeal and North Riverside. How does that fit for you?
What they are checking: Whether they can work across two sites and cover weekend rotations reliably.
About the work
This role requires screening, diagnostic and procedural mammography. Walk me through the difference in how you approach each.
What they are checking: Whether they understand the purpose and workflow of each exam type, including working with the radiologist on diagnostics.
How do you position a patient to get the best image on a craniocaudal and MLO view?
What they are checking: Whether they know positioning standards that capture all breast tissue and reduce repeat exams.
What do you know about MQSA requirements for mammography technologists?
What they are checking: Whether they understand the federal rules on training, continuing education and exam counts.
How do you assist with a breast biopsy procedure?
What they are checking: Whether they know their role in stereotactic or ultrasound-guided biopsies, including setup and patient support.
How do you perform quality control on mammography equipment?
What they are checking: Whether they understand daily and weekly QC tasks that keep the unit accredited.
How do you keep your 15 category one mammography CEUs current within 36 months?
What they are checking: Whether they manage their continuing education to stay qualified under MQSA.
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