Radiology Technologist (Weekend)

3110 Kennestone Hospital, Inc.; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus Eligible

Relocation assistance

CareerCare education program

Job summary

Wellstar Health System, Inc. is seeking a Radiology Technologist to join its imaging team in Georgia. You will operate radiographic equipment, position patients, and ensure safety and quality across exams.

This role emphasizes patient comfort, accurate documentation, and adherence to ALARA principles. The ideal candidate will have ARRT-R credentials and completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program, with BLS certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• ARRT-R (Radiography) and BLS certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate imaging/radiographic equipment safely and efficiently, maintaining diagnostic quality with ALARA.
• Prepare and position patients; verify orders and patient identifiers before exams.
• Explain procedures, prep, and post-care to patients; address questions and reduce anxiety.

Skills

ALARA principles

Imaging technique

Patient communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ACCR Radiologic Technology program

Tools

RIS/PACS

CR/DR Systems

Job description

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.

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

Radiology Technologists at Wellstar are respected clinical professionals and essential members of a collaborative care team. If you’re looking for a place where you’re supported and where your well-being, career growth, and voice truly matter, you’ll find it here.

Schedule & Incentives

• Sign on Bonus Eligible Friday, Saturday and Sunday 7:00pm - 7:30am
• This role can offer a competitive relocation assistance package for eligible candidates
• 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

Experience preferred, not required.

Certifications

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

Core Responsibilities

• Operate imaging/radiographic equipment safely and competently, adjusting technique to maintain diagnostic quality at the lowest reasonable dose (ALARA).
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain rooms/equipment per infection control schedules; identify and report equipment issues promptly.
• Obtain clinical history and screen for contraindications; verify orders and two unique patient identifiers before any exam.
• Explain procedures, prep, and post-care clearly using AIDET; address questions and reduce patient anxiety.
• Ensure patient comfort, privacy, and safety; provide age-appropriate care throughout the visit.
• Perform exams and administer contrast per protocol, using venipuncture and sterile technique when applicable.
• Position patients correctly and apply markers, shielding, and immobilization as indicated.
• Review images for diagnostic acceptability; repeat/correct as needed and release patients appropriately.
• Complete accurate, timely documentation and ensure studies are correctly finalized in RIS/PACS (including transfers/retrieval, CDs, and prior exam retrieval as needed).
• Monitor patient condition, respond to emergencies, and help maintain/restock crash cart and life‑support equipment as required.
• Organize daily workflow to meet expected timeframes; collaborate with technologists/modalities to support department flow.
• Support operations and compliance, keep areas orderly and stocked, transport patients safely, complete charging/clerical tasks, follow regulatory requirements, and elevate issues to supervisor.

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.

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

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 Culture of Excellence

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.

Featured on the FORTUNE “100 Best Companies to Work For” list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list, we not only provide top‑notch care for our patients, but also foster the culture of Wellstar as a Great Place to Work.