Mammography Technologist - Flexible Schedule & Growth

Wellstar; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Mental health support

Wellness rooms

Concierge services

Job summary

Wellstar Cobb Breast and X-Ray Center is seeking a part-time Mammography Technologist to provide safe, high-quality imaging and support patients through the exam process. This role offers a predictable schedule and a collaborative care environment within Wellstar's Cobb region imaging services.

The ideal candidate will hold ARRT-R and ARRT-M certifications, an accredited Radiologic Technology program, and at least 1 year of radiology and mammography experience, with BLS on file.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Education: Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
• Certifications: ARRT-R, ARRT-M, BLS.

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.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program

Tools

ARRT-R (Radiography)

ARRT-M (Mammography)

BLS (Basic Life Support) – American Heart Association

Job description

Wellstar Cobb Breast and X-Ray Center is seeking a part-time Mammography Technologist to provide safe, high-quality imaging and support patients through the exam process. This role offers a predictable schedule and a collaborative care environment within Wellstar's Cobb region imaging services.

The ideal candidate will hold ARRT-R and ARRT-M certifications, an accredited Radiologic Technology program, and at least 1 year of radiology and mammography experience, with BLS on file.