Mammography Technologist — Flexible Part-Time

WellStar; Buchanan (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Mental health support

Wellness rooms

Concierge services

CareerCare program

Job summary

Wellstar Cobb Breast and X-Ray Center is seeking a Mammography Technologist for a part-time role. You will perform mammography exams, verify patient identity, and communicate clearly to reduce anxiety. The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork within a busy radiology department.

The role requires ARRT-R and ARRT-M certifications, BLS, and prior mammography experience. It offers a predictable schedule, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth within Wellstar’s

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
• ARRT-R (Radiography)
• ARRT-M (Mammography)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – American Heart Association

Responsibilities

• Perform mammography exams per physician order and protocol, confirming patient identity with two unique identifiers.
• Gather relevant history, screen for contraindications, and explain the exam clearly (AIDET) to reduce anxiety.
• Protect patient privacy, dignity, and comfort while positioning patients safely and assisting with transfers as needed.
• Review images for quality and completeness, maintaining a strong first-time acceptance rate before releasing patients.
• Use sound clinical judgment, clarify unclear orders (including RBAC for verbal orders), and assist in emergencies or across imaging areas when needed.
• Operate mammography equipment safely, optimize dose and technique, and keep equipment clean and ready per infection control/FDA guidelines.
• Perform and document required ACR/MQSA QC tests including Phantom, Visual Checklist, Repeat Analysis, Compression Pressure, Compression Thickness, Flat Field Test, Calibration and DICOM Printer Test.
• Ensure all images are accurately labeled, oriented, and documented in PACS/RIS; complete daily charge capture for procedures.
• Keep the mammography suite clean and stocked; apply shielding and immobilization devices appropriately.
• Provide clear pre- and post-exam instructions, address questions or elevate to providers, and support training of new team members.
• Maintain concise, timely documentation; stay current with emails and required education.
• Communicate professionally, work well in a fast-paced team, and bring strong skills in anatomy, pathology, positioning, radiation safety, and mammography best practices.

Job description

Wellstar Cobb Breast and X-Ray Center is seeking a Mammography Technologist for a part-time role. You will perform mammography exams, verify patient identity, and communicate clearly to reduce anxiety. The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork within a busy radiology department.

The role requires ARRT-R and ARRT-M certifications, BLS, and prior mammography experience. It offers a predictable schedule, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth within Wellstar’s