Mammography Technologist - Float Team (Region One)

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Georgia; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Full‑time position

12‑hour shifts

10‑hour shifts

8‑hour shifts

Benefits program

Job summary

Wellstar"s Diagnostic Float Team (WEST Team) supports imaging services across our facilities. As a Mammography Technologist for Region One, you will apply your expertise to deliver safe, high-quality imaging and a supportive patient experience at each location you serve.

If you prefer a role that uses your full skill set with a straightforward pay, this could be a strong fit. The role requires ARRT-M and ARRT-R certifications and hospital-based experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammography exams per physician order and protocol.
• 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 sound 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 guidelines.
• Perform and document required QC tests and maintain records supporting regulatory tracking requirements.
• Ensure images are properly labeled, oriented, and documented in PACS/RIS; complete daily charge capture.
• Maintain a clean, stocked mammography suite; apply shielding and immobilization devices appropriately.
• Provide clear pre- and post-exam instructions, answer questions, and escalate to providers when needed.
• Maintain timely documentation and stay current with required education and communications.

Job description

locationsKennestone HospitalAcworth Health ParkAvalon Health ParkWindy Hill HospitalCherokee Health Park

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time typeFull time

posted onPosted 21 Days Ago

job requisition idJR-64662

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

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.

Job Summary

• The Wellstar Diagnostic Float Team (WEST Team) supports a variety of imaging services across our facilities. Region One includes Kennestone Hospital, North Fulton Hospital, and Windy Hill.
• As a Mammography Technologist for Region One, you will apply your expertise to deliver safe, high-quality imaging and a supportive patient experience at each location you serve.
• If you prefer a role that avoids routine, lets you use your full skill set, and provides straightforward pay, this could be a strong fit.

Pay

• In return for stepping in where you’re needed most, Float Pool members earn a higher base rate and may be eligible for a float incentive.

Schedule & Incentives

• This role can offer a competitive relocation assistance package for eligible candidates
• Afull‑time position with a variable schedule, based on organizational needs and may include12-hour, 10-hour, and 8-hour shifts
• Benefits program that includes PTO, mental health support, wellness rooms, concierge services and more
• Access toWellstar’s CareerCare program for fully funded education and guided career progression

Required Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist in a hospital setting
• Minimum 2 years of Mammography experience in a hospital setting

Certifications

• ARRT-R (Radiography)
• ARRT-M (Mammography)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – American Heart Association

Core 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, optimizing dose and technique, and keep equipment clean and ready per infection control/FDA guidelines.
• Perform and document required ACR/MQSA QC tests and maintain records that support ACR, MQSA, EQUIP, and tracking system requirements.
• 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 **escalate 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.

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.

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.