Mammography Tech

experiencedAlliedHealth; Georgia; On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus eligible

Relocation assistance for eligible

Job summary

Wellstar Health System seeks a Mammography Technologist to perform breast and bone density imaging for patients across ages under Radiologist direction.

Responsibilities include ensuring image quality, applying ALARA, and supporting patient care with strong communication and safety practices. The role offers a Monday-Friday Day shift with full-time benefits and potential relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years Diagnostic Radiography/X-Ray experience.
• Experience in Breast imaging preferred (1 year).
• Proficient in radiographic equipment operation and patient care.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform Breast and Bone Density imaging following department protocols.
• Adhere to ALARA principles to minimize exposure.
• Evaluate image quality and perform post-processing.
• Ensure correct patient identification and documentation.
• Assist Radiologist with procedures and maintain safety standards.
• Follow Wellstar Health System policies and code of conduct.

Skills

2+ years Radiography experience

Breast imaging experience

Patient service skills

Verbal & written communication

Education

Accredited Radiologic Technology program

ARRT-M Mammography

ARRT-R Radiography

Job description

locationsColumbia County Medical Center Hospital

time typeFull time

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well‑being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay

• We offer competitive hourly pay with shift differential incentives.

Schedule & Incentives

• This role is sign on bonus eligible.
• This role can offer a competitive relocation assistance package for eligible candidates.
• A full‑time position with a Monday-Friday Day shift schedule
• Benefits program that includes PTO, mental health support, wellness rooms, concierge services and more
• Access to Wellstar’s CareerCare program for fully funded education and guided career progression.

Job Summary:

The Mammography Technologist performs screening and diagnostic breast and bone density exams and procedures on patients of all ages to provide physicians with data for diagnostic purposes. The Mammography Technologist works under the direction of a Radiologist and/or Manager.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Demonstrates sound knowledge in the performance of Breast and Bone Density Imaging while adhering to department protocol and standards and applies the principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patients, self and others. Performs a variety of exams including Breast and Bone Density imaging. Evaluates images for technical quality. Performs post processing of data and ensures proper patient identification is recorded. Provides optimal patient care and assumes responsibility for the patient's needs during their procedures and exemplifies the philosophy of Patient Family Centered care to all. Applies the principles of patient safety during all aspects of patient care. Identifies and responds to emergency situations in an appropriate manner. Strictly adheres to the principles of aseptic technique and hand washing policies. Assists the Radiologist with procedures and protocols. Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education:

• Accredited Program Radiologic Technology

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

• BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor
• ARRT-M - ARRT Mammography
• ARRT-R - ARRT Radiography

Required Minimum Experience:

Minimum 2 years Diagnostic Radiography/X-Ray. Required or Minimum 1 year Breast imaging Preferred

Required Minimum Skills:

Ability to operate Radiographic equipment Ability to communicate verbally and written Possess excellent patient/customer service skills Operate Breast Imaging Unit- Preferred Knowledge of Mammography positioning techniques-Preferred

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.