Mammography Technologist (PRN)

About the role

As a Mammography Technologist at Wellstar Cobb Breast and X-Ray Center, you'll use your expertise to provide safe, high-quality imaging while helping patients feel informed and supported. This part-time opportunity offers a predictable schedule that supports more flexibility during the week, making it a good fit for someone looking to balance meaningful clinical work with life outside the hospital. Mammography Technologists at Wellstar are respected clinical professionals and essential members of a collaborative care team.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience as a Radiologic Technologist; minimum 1 year of mammography experience in a hospital
• Certifications: 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, 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 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

Pay

We offer competitive pay and shift differentials depending on schedule.

Schedule & Benefits

• A PRN position with a predictable part-time schedule that supports more flexibility during the week
• 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