Mammography Technologist - Float Team (Region One)

Job Summary

The Wellstar Diagnostic Float Team (WEST Team) supports a variety of imaging services across our facilities. Region One includes Kennestone Hospital, North Fulton Hospital, and 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.

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

This role can offer a competitive relocation assistance package for eligible candidates. A full-time position with a variable schedule, based on organizational needs, 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 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.