Mammography Technologist

3110 Kennestone Hospital, Inc. • Marietta, GA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Wellstar is hiring a Mammography Technologist at East Cobb Health Park. The role provides safe, high-quality mammography imaging while helping patients feel informed and supported. The technologist is an essential member of a collaborative care team and performs examinations according to physician orders and protocols, maintains image quality and equipment, and supports patient comfort, privacy, and safety. The posting describes the opportunity as part-time, although its schedule and incentives section also lists a full-time schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program, at least one year of Radiologic Technologist experience, at least one year of hospital mammography experience, and ARRT-R, ARRT-M, and American Heart Association BLS certifications. The role is eligible for a sign-on bonus and includes access to Wellstar benefits and CareerCare education and career progression resources.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Minimum one year of experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
• Minimum one year of mammography experience in a hospital.
• ARRT-R (Radiography) certification.
• ARRT-M (Mammography) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Strong skills in anatomy, pathology, positioning, radiation safety, and mammography best practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammography examinations according to physician orders and protocols, confirming patient identity with two unique identifiers.
• Gather relevant patient history, screen for contraindications, and explain examinations clearly using AIDET to reduce anxiety.
• Protect patient privacy, dignity, and comfort; position patients safely and assist with transfers as needed.
• Review images for quality and completeness and maintain a strong first-time acceptance rate before releasing patients.
• Use 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 maintain equipment cleanliness and readiness in accordance with infection-control and FDA guidelines.
• Perform and document required ACR/MQSA quality-control tests, including Phantom, Visual Checklist, Repeat Analysis, Compression Pressure, Compression Thickness, Flat Field Test, Calibration, and DICOM Printer Test.
• Ensure images are accurately labeled, oriented, and documented in PACS/RIS, and complete daily charge capture for procedures.
• Keep the mammography suite clean and stocked; apply shielding and immobilization devices appropriately.
• Provide pre- and post-exam instructions, answer questions or escalate them to providers, and support training of new team members.
• Maintain concise, timely documentation and stay current with emails and required education.
• Communicate professionally and work effectively in a fast-paced team.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus eligibility.
• Benefits program including PTO, mental health support, wellness rooms, and concierge services.
• Access to Wellstar’s CareerCare program for fully funded education and guided career progression.
• Competitive pay and shift differentials depending on schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED