Mammography Technologist - Float Team (Region Two)

1000 Wellstar Health System, Inc.; Douglasville (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Mental health support

Wellness rooms

Concierge services

CareerCare education

Job summary

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

Ideal candidates have at least two years of radiologic technologist experience in a hospital setting, with two years of mammography experience, ARRT certifications, and BLS.

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.

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, and assist in emergencies or across imaging areas when needed.
• Operate mammography equipment safely, optimizing dose and technique, and keep equipment clean per infection control/FDA guidelines.
• Perform and document required QC tests and maintain records for AC/ MQSA/EQUIP as required.
• Ensure images are labeled/oriented, 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 and support training of new team members.

Skills

Mammography

Radiography

Patient positioning

Radiation safety

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program

Job description

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.

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 Two includes Douglas Medical Center, Cobb Hospital, and Paulding Medical Center. As a Mammography Technologist for Region Two, 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

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

Schedule & Incentives

This role can offer a competitive relocation assistance package for eligible candidates A full‑time position with a variable schedule, based on organizational needs and may include 12‑hour, 10‑hour, and 8‑hour shifts

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

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 orescalateto providers, and support training of new team members. Maintain concise, timely documentation; stay currentwithemails 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.

Joinusanddiscover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connectwiththemostintegrated health system in Georgia and start a future that gives you more.

Joinusanddiscover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connectwiththemostintegrated health system in Georgia, and starta future that gives you more.

Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high‑quality care and inclusive culture, Wellstar is one of Georgia’s largest and most integrated healthcare systems. Every day, 24,000+ of us work together to provide personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life – and our team members are the foundation of that care.

Mission, Vision & Values

At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients’ and team members’ expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery. OUR MISSION: To enhance the health and well‑being of every person we serve. OUR VISION: Deliver world‑class healthcare to every person, every time. OUR VALUES: We serve with compassion We pursue excellence We honor every voice CultureofExcellence Wellstar consistently receives attention and accolades from national organizations that set the standards for world‑class care. Our system‑wide practice of safety principles, assessing and addressing errors and seeking feedback from our patients and customers continually earns recognition for advances in safety and quality. FeaturedontheFORTUNE "100 Best Companies to Work For"list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list, we notonly provide top‑notcare for our patients, but also foster the culture ofWellstarasaGreatPlaceto Work.