Radiologic Technologist Part Time

GoHealth Urgent Care•Providence, RI

4d•$35 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Hartford HealthCare and GoHealth Urgent Care operate urgent care centers across Connecticut. The Radiologic Technologist provides technical procedures using prescribed ionizing radiation to support radiologic diagnosis for urgent care patients. The role performs and analyzes patient X-rays, reports results to medical providers, and provides administrative support to help ensure efficient center operations. In collaboration with providers, medical assistants, and patients, the technologist supports patient care management, organization, and communication. The position includes hands-on training and coaching, classroom and shadowing days, career mobility in the X-ray field, and onsite management support. Compensation is listed at $35.00–$40.50 per hour, with monthly incentive pay based on performance metrics and referral bonus opportunities.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology program.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at the time of hire, obtained through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration.
Applicable state licensure as a Radiologic Technologist.
Knowledge of X-ray procedures and protocols.
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, body mechanics, and patient movement needed for X-ray testing.
Knowledge of radiology equipment and common safety hazards.
Ability to position patients properly for X-ray procedures.
Ability to identify equipment problems and correct them or notify a supervisor.
Ability to follow infection-control and radiological-safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a clinical setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide X-ray services as needed and perform imaging under the direction of clinical providers for patients of all ages, from newborns to elderly patients.
Position patients and equipment accurately for imaging, protect patients during procedures, and assist with patient movement, including pushing patients in wheelchairs.
Explain procedures to patients, support their comfort and safety, and answer their questions.
Collaborate with ordering or treating providers to determine procedures and views that support accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Select and adjust radiographic controls to produce clear, high-quality diagnostic images.
Verify image quality and ensure images are sent to radiologists for interpretation; report results to medical providers.
Support patient preparation and rooming by verifying patient information, recording medical history, confirming the purpose of visits, and taking preliminary vital signs.
Conduct point-of-care tests as needed, including flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, and HCG testing, and provide information to providers.
Inform technical staff about patient flow and support clinic operations.
Maintain medical records, scan charts to patient files, document procedures in electronic systems or logbooks, and conduct patient follow-up courtesy calls.
Perform and document daily equipment controls and calibration, maintain quality assurance and quality control logs, troubleshoot breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance, and submit repair tickets as needed.
Clean and maintain X-ray equipment and manage necessary supplies.
Follow infection-control and radiation-safety procedures, including ALARA practices to minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff.
Perform other duties as directed by leaders; management may revise the position description.