Mammography Technologist — Flexible Part-Time Imaging Expert

WellStar; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Mental health support

Wellness rooms

Concierge services

CareerCare — fully funded education

Job summary

Wellstar Cobb Breast and X-Ray Center is seeking a Mammography Technologist for a part-time role in Georgia. You will perform high-quality mammography exams, engage with patients to explain procedures, and ensure safety and comfort throughout the imaging process.

The position requires ARRT-R and ARRT-M certifications, 1 year of radiology and mammography experience in a hospital setting, and BLS certification. Join a team that emphasizes patient care, accuracy, and continuous education.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
• Minimum 1 year of mammography experience in a hospital.
• ARRT-R (Radiography) and ARRT-M (Mammography) certifications.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.

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 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 clinical judgment, clarify unclear 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 in Georgia. You will perform high-quality mammography exams, engage with patients to explain procedures, and ensure safety and comfort throughout the imaging process.

The position requires ARRT-R and ARRT-M certifications, 1 year of radiology and mammography experience in a hospital setting, and BLS certification. Join a team that emphasizes patient care, accuracy, and continuous education.