Mammography Technologist - Float Team (Region One)

Wellstar Health System•Marietta, GA

About The Position

The Wellstar Diagnostic Float Team (WEST Team) supports a variety of imaging services across our facilities. Region One includes Kennestone Hospital, North Fulton Hospital, & 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: Float Pool technologists have clarity and choice: This full-time position offers a $20,000 sign-on bonus Multiple shift options available to self-schedule up to 8 weeks in advance Monthly schedule includes 2 Monday shifts, 2 Friday shifts, and 3 weekend shifts (Sat/Sun)

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
Minimum 2 years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist in a hospital setting
Minimum 2 years of Mammography experience in a hospital setting
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 (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.