About this opportunity
WellStar lists this Mammography Tech opportunity in augusta, Georgia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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 proudto 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.
Work Shift
Day (United States of America) 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.
Pay
We offer competitive hourly pay with shift differential incentives.
Schedule & Incentives
This role is sign on bonus eligible.
This role can offer a competitive relocation assistance package for eligible candidates.
A full‑time position with a Monday-Friday Day shift schedule
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.
Job Summary:
The Mammography Technologist performs screening and diagnostic breast and bone density exams and procedures on
patients of all ages to provide physicians with data for diagnostic purposes. The Mammography Technologist works
under the direction of a Radiologist and/or Manager.
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Demonstrates sound knowledge in the performance of Breast and Bone Density Imaging while adhering to
department protocol and standards and applies the principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patients,
self and others.
Performs a variety of exams including Breast and Bone Density imaging. Evaluates images for technical
quality. Performs post processing of data and ensures proper patient identification is recorded.
Provides optimal patient care and assumes responsibility for the patient's needs during their procedures
and exemplifies the philosophy of Patient Family Centered care to all.
Applies the principles of patient safety during all aspects of patient care. Identifies and responds to
emergency situations in an appropriate manner. Strictly adheres to the principles of aseptic technique and
hand washing policies.
Assists the Radiologist with procedures and protocols.
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.
Required Minimum Education:
Accredited Program Radiologic Technology
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):
All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor
ARRT-M - ARRT Mammography
ARRT-R - ARRT Radiography
Additional License(s) and Certification(s):
Required Minimum Experience:
Minimum 2 years Diagnostic Radiography/X-Ray. Required or
Minimum 1 year Breast imaging Preferred
Required Minimum Skills:
Ability to operate Radiographic equipment
Ability to communicate verbally and written
Possess excellent patient/customer service skills
Operate Breast Imaging Unit- Preferred
Knowledge of Mammography positioning techniques-Preferred
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.
Worksite address
augusta, GA, 30906, US
Who can apply
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