Lifepoint Health·Martinsville, Virginia
The Mammography Technologist is responsible for reviewing patient history, educating patients on procedures, and administering contrast media. They must select appropriate imaging parameters and implement safety and quality control standards for equipment.
Mammography Technologist: Full-time day shift
Sign-on bonus: $10,000 *May be eligible for a Sign-on bonus*
Your experience matters
Sovah Health - Martinsville is part of Lifepoint Health [https://lifepointhealth.net/locations], a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Mammography Technologist joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
More about our team
People are our passion and purpose. Come to work where you are appreciated for who you are, not just what you can do.
How you’ll contribute
Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What we’re looking for
More about Sovah Health - Martinsville
Sovah Health - Martinsville is a 220- bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Martinsville community for over 50 years. We are proud to be accredited by American College of Cardiology (ACC) Accreditation Services for Chest Pain Center and Heart Failure, by the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer. We are also a proud member of the Duke Heart Network and Duke Telestroke Network.
$30.20-$39.01 per hour
“Sovah Health - Martinsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Sovah Health - Martinsville is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Applicants must be graduates of a radiology program and hold an ARRT license and BLS certification. A Bachelor's degree is preferred.
Market context
In Virginia, mammography technologist openings are often tied to outpatient imaging centers, hospitals, and women’s health services, where demand follows ongoing preventive screening and diagnostic imaging needs. These roles are competitive because employers typically want current Radiologic Science certification, ARRT registration, and the ability to earn ARRT (M) registration within one year of hire; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your certification timeline and note benefits such as medical, dental, vision, PTO, and family-building reimbursement.