Radiologic Technologist

Overview

Join to apply for the Radiologic Technologist role at GoHealth Urgent Care
.

Christiana Care, one of the nation's leading health care providers, and GoHealth Urgent Care operate urgent care centers across the Connecticut area.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Competitive Pay
• Training & Development with hands-on, immersive programs and career mobility in the X-Ray field
• Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision & more; 401(k) with company match
• Sign-on bonus up to $3,000 (for eligible external applicants)
• Performance bonus up to $600/month

• Collaborate with Medical Providers and Medical Assistants on patient care management, organization and communication
• Exercise professional judgment to provide radiologic services, including taking X-rays for diagnosis or treatment across all age groups
• Report results to Medical Providers and provide administrative support to ensure efficient operation of GoHealth Urgent Care Centers

The Radiologic Technologist (RT) works with Medical Providers and/or Medical Assistants to perform examinations and administer ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. The role includes performing and analyzing patient X-rays, reporting results to Providers, and maintaining documentation and equipment quality control; it may also involve supporting clinic operations and patient care management.

• Education
  • Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology program required
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Work Experience
  • Experience in a clinical setting preferred
• Required Licenses/Certifications
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) required at the time of hire (ARC or AHA)
  • ARRT registration required
  • Applicable state licensure as a Radiologic Technologist required

• Provide x-ray services as needed, under the direction of the clinical provider
• Position patients and protect during imaging; assist in diagnosing or treating patients from newborn to elderly
• Ensure proper patient positioning and safety
• Assist with moving patients, including pushing a patient in a wheelchair when needed

• Inform technical staff of patient flow and prepare patients for examinations
• Conduct interviews to verify information and record medical history; confirm purpose of visit
• Perform basic vital signs (e.g., blood pressure, weight, temperature) and escalate critical cases as needed
• Conduct point-of-care testing as needed and relay results to providers

• Maintain medical records and scan charts into patient files
• Conduct courtesy follow-up calls and perform daily controls and calibration of equipment; maintain QA/QC logs and submit repair tickets as needed

• Medical Team Support:
  Collaborate to determine procedures/views for accurate diagnoses
• Patient Care:
  Explain procedures, ensure comfort and safety, answer questions
• Image Production:
  Adjust radiographic controls for high-quality images
• Equipment Maintenance and Radiation Safety:
  Perform routine maintenance and adhere to ALARA
• Documentation and Image Management:
  Maintain records and ensure images are available for radiologists

• Knowledge of X-ray procedures, anatomy and physiology relevant to imaging
• Knowledge of radiology equipment and safety hazards
• Ability to position patients correctly and identify equipment issues
• Adherence to infection control and radiological safety procedures

Note:

This job description may not include all duties of the position. Management reserves the right to revise this description at any time.

Seniority level:
Entry level |

Employment type:

Full-time | Job function:
Health Care Provider | Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care