Part-Time Mammography Technologist: Flexible Schedule

WellStar; Nelson (GA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Mental health support

Wellness rooms

Concierge services

CareerCare education

Job summary

Wellstar is seeking a Mammography Technologist for the Cobb Breast and X-Ray Center in Georgia. This part-time role focuses on delivering safe, high-quality imaging while keeping patients informed and comfortable throughout the exam.

You will join a collaborative care team and contribute to efficient workflows, with opportunities for professional growth and access to Wellstar’s CareerCare program and education resources.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform mammography exams per physician order and protocol, confirming patient identity with two unique identifiers.
• Gather patient 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 is seeking a Mammography Technologist for the Cobb Breast and X-Ray Center in Georgia. This part-time role focuses on delivering safe, high-quality imaging while keeping patients informed and comfortable throughout the exam.

You will join a collaborative care team and contribute to efficient workflows, with opportunities for professional growth and access to Wellstar’s CareerCare program and education resources.