Shape the future of breast health while building your career at WakeMed!
We’re looking for motivated students currently enrolled in an accredited Mammography program to join our Mammography Technologist Apprenticeship. This is your opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a collaborative, patient-centered environment that values excellence, innovation, and compassion.
What You’ll Do
As a Mammography Apprentice, you will:
Operate state-of-the-art Mammography equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images under the direct supervision of licensed technologists and physicians.
Ensure patient safety and comfort while following all radiation safety protocols.
Deliver timely, professional, and efficient care that reflects WakeMed’s commitment to excellence.
Work closely with the Team Lead-Mammography and Imaging Services leadership to develop your technical and clinical skills.
Education & Credentials
Required: Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
Preferred: Clinical experience in Radiology.
Credentials: Registered Technologist for Radiography (ARRT).
Career Progression Pathway
Your apprenticeship is just the beginning! At WakeMed, we’re committed to helping you grow:
Step 1: Complete your Mammography Apprenticeship while gaining hands-on experience in breast imaging.
Step 2: Achieve ARRT Mammography certification with support from WakeMed’s tuition reimbursement and specialty certification programs.
Step 3: Options to transition into a full-time, part-time, or supplemental Mammography Technologist role within WakeMed Imaging Services.
Why WakeMed?
We invest in your growth and well-being with benefits designed to support every stage of your career:
Free parking at all campuses
Comprehensive health, dental & vision coverage
6 free mental health sessions through Lyra
MetLife pet insurance
403(b) retirement plan with employer match
Paid Days Off (PDO) for vacation, sick time & holidays
Tuition & specialty certification reimbursement
WakeWell Rewards & wellness programs
WakeMed Gives – employee assistance & education support
Childcare partnerships with KinderCare & Bright Horizons
Endless professional development opportunities
Why This Role Matters
Breast imaging saves lives. As a Mammography Apprentice, you’ll play a vital role in early detection and patient care while gaining the experience you need to advance your career in medical imaging.
Ready to start your journey? Apply today and join a team that’s committed to excellence, innovation, and caring for our community—the WakeWay.
Department Description
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.
At WakeMed Health & Hospitals, we are guided by a simple – yet powerful mission: to improve the health and well-being of our community by providing outstanding and compassionate care to all.To deliver on this mission, WakeMed employs the “best minds and the biggest hearts” in the business. Our team includes over 8,500 experienced registered nurses, technologists, medical professionals, support staff, and a medical staff of more than 1,200 physicians and advanced practice providers who are dedicated to putting patients first.When it comes to culture and benefits, we recognize that when we take good care of our employees, our employees can take even better care of our patients. We proudly offer competitive salaries that reflect background, experience and special skills. Our benefits programs are designed to give you and your family the support you need for today while planning for a successful tomorrow. We promote diversity in the ...workplace, provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified applicants, and we participate in E-verify.We think it’s pretty simple – we care for our employees and our employees care for the community.