Mammography Technologist - Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Company: Northeast Georgia Medical Center
Location: Buford
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Job Category: Allied Health Work Shift/Schedule: 8 Hr Morning - Afternoon Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job Summary Under the direction of a Radiologist and Supervisor, performs general radiographic procedures and mammography procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgement with ingenuity and initiative to apply ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. Assumes responsibility for designated areas of procedures required. The scope of care includes age groups ranging from young adult to elderly. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Current ARRT. Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or GED. Graduate of accredited ARRT Program. Minimum Experience: Other: Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: Advanced mammography certification. Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Experience: One year experience. Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to perform quality radiographic procedures Ability to work independently and effectively with others Basic computer skills Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Operate all mammographic equipment according to equipment specifications. Adheres to infection control and safety practices. Maintains work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Follows good radiation safety practices; i.e. coning, shielding, film badge monitoring, according to state and federal guidelines. Produce quality mammographic images consistently within established protocols. Maintains processors, diagnosis processing problems and takes appropriate action. Maintains patient records according to department procedure. Knowledge of appropriate use of contrast media (venipuncture, injector, consent forms, type, quantity, complications). Properly assess patient according to exam ordered with appropriate documentation (i.e. check order, review previous films, check lab values when indicated, prep, screen for possible pregnancy, appropriate history, coordinate with Imaging nurse as appropriate). Provide patient education pertinent to exam being performed and document in patient record. Compliance in accurately and completely utilizing RIS according to department standards (i.e., order, arrive, start, complete, cancel, record complications, IV infiltrate documentation, drug history, repeats, complaints and transfers), CPAC procedures when indicated. Meets productivity standards defined by the department. Participate in training of new staff and students. Attends department meetings. Performs non-technical duties as assigned (i.e., stock rooms, transport patients, clean cassettes). Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time Vision: Heavy, Constantly 66-100% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% Standing/Walking: Constantly 66-100% Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65% Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

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