Radiologic Technologist - Float

Job Summary

The Radiologic Technologist (RT) works with Medical Providers and/or Medical Assistants with the examination and treatment of Memorial Hermann-GoHealth Urgent Care patients. This role is responsible for providing a variety of technical procedures and applying prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis for our Memorial Hermann-GoHealth Urgent Care patients. This role is responsible for performing and analyzing patient x-rays and reporting results to Medical Providers.

Additional responsibilities include providing administrative support to ensure efficient operation of Memorial Hermann-GoHealth Urgent Care Centers. In a collaborative manner, the Radiologic Technologist will provide support to Medical Providers, Medical Assistants and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management, organization and communication.

• Collaborate with Medical Providers and Medical Assistants through a variety of tasks related to patient care management, organization and communication.
• Exercise professional judgment to provide health care services, which include applying x-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment of patients in all age groups.

• Competitive Pay:
  • Performance bonus up to $600/month
  • $1,000 Sign-On Bonus available for new full-time hires!
• Training & Development:
  • Hands on, immersive training & coaching program with classroom and shadowing days alongside peers
  • Career mobility in the X-Ray field! Different career paths with us include Flex, Float, Training Coach, ROM, and QA/QC roles.
  • Regional Operation Managers who are passionate about supporting team members and their growth
• Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision & more
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous PTO: starting at 208 hours annually
• Work Life Balance
  • Flexible scheduling options

• High School Diploma required
• Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technologist program required

• Experience in a clinical setting preferred

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required at the time of hire, obtained through the American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA).
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration required at time of hire.
• State licensure as a Radiologic Technologist is required at the time of hire (if applicable by state law).

• Responsible for x-ray services as needed
• Under the direction of the clinical provider, perform x-ray services for patients by applying x-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment of patients in all age groups from newborn to elderly.
• Ensure patients are positioned correctly on or in front of equipment and protected during use.
• May need to push patient in a wheelchair

• Inform technical staff of patient flow.
• Prepare patients for examination, which includes conducting interviews to verify patient information, record medical history; confirm purpose of visit;
• Perform preliminary physical test (blood pressure, weight, temperature, etc.) for vital signs and elevate critical cases to provider as needed.
• Conduct point of care testing as needed (i.e., flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, HCG); and provide patient information to provider.

• Responsible for maintenance of medical records and scanning charts to patient files.
• Conduct courtesy call-backs for patient follow-up on care
• Follow operating instructions to perform and document daily controls and calibration of equipment; maintain Quality Assurance/Quality Control logs for equipment troubleshoot breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance, and submit repair tickets as needed

• Medical Team Support: Collaborate with the ordering/treating Provider to determine which procedures or views will best assist in accurate diagnoses and treatment. Support clinic operations to keep the center running smoothly.
• Patient Care: Explaining procedures to patients, ensuring their comfort and safety, and answering their questions.
• Patient Positioning: Accurately positioning patients and equipment for optimal imaging results.
• Image Production: Selecting proper ionizing factors by adjusting/setting radiographic controls to capture clear, high-quality diagnostic images
• Equipment Maintenance: Performing routine maintenance, cleaning of X-ray equipment, and managing necessary supplies.
• Radiation Safety: Adhering to strict radiation safety protocols and implementing ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) to minimize exposure to patients and staff.
• Documentation: Maintaining accurate patient records and logging completed procedures in electronic systems and/or logbooks as required.
• Image Management: Verifying image quality and ensuring images are sent to radiologists for interpretation.

Knowledge of X-ray procedures and protocols. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform X-ray testing including body mechanics and patient movement. Knowledge of radiology equipment including…