Travel Mammography Tech - $1,117 per week in Smyrna, GA
Company: Cynet Health
Location: Smyrna
Posted on: January 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Mammography Tech Location: Smyrna, GA Agency: Cynet Health Pay:
$1,117 per week Shift Information: Days - 10 hours Contract
Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position Job Title:
Mammography Tech Profession: Mammography Tech Specialty: Imaging
Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Day Hours per Shift: Saturday/Sunday 8:30
am - 7:00 pm Experience: Minimum 1 year experience as a Rad Tech
and 1 year experience in Mammography License: ARRT Mammography,
ARRT Radiography Certifications: BLS - Basic Life Support
Must-Have: Must exhibit excellent communication skills. Candidate
must be able to explain or give directions to maintain goodwill and
obtain cooperation. Must possess the ability to function
independently and under pressure while participating in a team
environment. Position requires excellent customer service skills at
all times. Must be able to perform effectively in a stressful and
fast-paced work environment. Must have the ability to prioritize
appropriately. Must be detail-oriented and have the capacity to
effectively multitask throughout the work shift. Must possess the
ability to function independently, yet productively as a
cooperative team member. Must be compliant and willing to follow
all policies, established practices, protocols, and procedures.
Competent in all aspects of Mammography, patient positioning,
exposure factors, and radiation protection. Must have an
understanding of anatomy and pathology as they affect the quality
of a procedure. Description: The Mammography Tech must have
flexible work hours to meet department needs. The technician must
be dependable, accountable, and cooperative. Responsibilities
include providing safe, age-appropriate care to patients by
performing all exams according to department procedures. The
position requires the knowledge and ability to obtain quality
diagnostic studies. It involves performing a wide variety of
technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity,
and initiative while utilizing equipment for diagnosis and
treatment. The technician must independently perform job functions,
set up equipment, and position patients for procedures. Minimum
FDA/MQSA requirements for continuing education, experience, and
equipment must be maintained. Patient care responsibilities include
obtaining complete clinical histories, gathering examination data,
and assessing for contraindications. The technician ensures that
all studies have proper patient identification and appropriate
markers. Radiographic images must be reviewed for clinically
acceptable results before patient release. Emergency situations
must be appropriately responded to, with critical thinking skills
utilized throughout. Clarification on ambiguous orders should be
sought, and assistance to other technologists in all modalities is
expected when needed. The technician observes patient conditions
and evaluates situations where physician intervention is necessary.
It is essential to verify two unique patient identifiers and ensure
patient privacy and comfort. Competence in determining and applying
appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies, and techniques based
on patient age is necessary. Pre-procedure verification and
Time-Out processes should be understood and documented when
applicable. The technician should be able to explain the purpose of
exams to patients clearly to minimize anxiety and facilitate
cooperation. Patient questions, concerns, or contraindications must
be addressed satisfactorily. Required documentation must be
concise, legible, and precise in terminology. Active participation
in departmental and hospital-wide education is expected without
prompting. Quality control is essential, with a first-time
acceptance rate of 95 percent for images produced. Equipment must
be fully operational prior to its use, ensuring proper calibration
and maintenance. All studies must be recorded accurately in RIS.
All documentation must meet accreditation standards. Routine duties
of clerical and support personnel may be performed as warranted to
ensure continuity and quality of services. The technician keeps
supervisors informed on all responsibilities and potential
problems. Maintaining an individual productivity rate equal to that
of coworkers is required. Knowledge of Mammography Tracking System
and familiarity with regulatory agency standards is necessary.
Additional duties may be assigned as needed. Requirements Required
for Onboarding BLS Skills Checklist Specialty Exam
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