Radiologic Technologist - Sign On Bonus $10,000

GoHealth Urgent Care - UCSF Health • West Springfield, VA

22d • Onsite

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist (RT) works with Medical Providers and/or Medical Assistants to examine and treat Inova-GoHealth Urgent Care patients. The role performs technical procedures and applies prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis, performs and analyzes patient x-rays, and reports results to Medical Providers. The RT also provides administrative and patient-care support to help ensure efficient operation of urgent care centers.

The position collaborates with providers and medical assistants on patient care, organization, and communication. Duties include preparing and rooming patients, taking vital signs, performing point-of-care tests as needed, maintaining medical records, following equipment quality-control procedures, and supporting clinic operations. The role serves patients of all ages, from newborns to elderly patients, and follows radiation-safety protocols, including ALARA.

Compensation is listed at $38.50–$47.50 per hour. Candidates must be willing to work within 8:00 AM–10:00 PM, covering combinations of 8:00 AM–8:00 PM, 10:00 AM–10:00 PM, or 8:00 AM–10:00 PM shifts as needed. A sign-on bonus of $10,000 is advertised, subject to eligibility criteria.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Graduation from an approved Radiologic Technologist program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at the time of hire, obtained through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration at the time of hire.
• State licensure as a Radiologic Technologist at the time of hire, if applicable by state law.
• Knowledge of x-ray procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology needed to perform x-ray testing, including body mechanics and patient movement.
• Knowledge of radiology equipment and common safety hazards in radiology.
• Ability to position patients properly for required x-ray procedures.
• Ability to identify equipment problems and correct them or notify a supervisor.
• Ability to follow infection-control and radiological-safety procedures.
• Willingness to work within the hours of 8:00 AM–10:00 PM and cover the listed shifts as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform x-ray services under the direction of a clinical provider, applying x-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment for patients of all ages.
• Position patients and imaging equipment appropriately, and protect patients during equipment use.
• Collaborate with the ordering or treating provider to determine procedures or views that support accurate diagnosis and treatment.
• Prepare patients for examinations, verify patient information, record medical history, and confirm the purpose of the visit.
• Perform preliminary physical tests, including blood pressure, weight, and temperature; escalate critical cases to a provider as needed.
• Conduct point-of-care testing as needed, including flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, and HCG testing, and provide patient information to the provider.
• Inform technical staff of patient flow and support clinic operations.
• Explain procedures to patients, support their comfort and safety, and answer their questions.
• Select and adjust radiographic controls to produce clear diagnostic images; verify image quality and ensure images are sent to radiologists for interpretation.
• Maintain medical records, scan charts to patient files, and document completed procedures in electronic systems or logbooks as required.
• Conduct courtesy follow-up calls to patients regarding care.
• Perform and document daily equipment controls and calibration, and maintain quality assurance and quality control logs.
• Clean and perform routine maintenance on x-ray equipment, manage necessary supplies, troubleshoot breakdowns, and submit repair tickets as needed.
• Follow infection-control and radiation-safety procedures, including ALARA, to minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff.
• Collaborate with Medical Providers and Medical Assistants on patient-care management, organization, and communication.

Benefits

• Monthly incentive pay based on performance metrics.
• Sign-on bonus eligibility, where applicable; the posting advertises a $10,000 sign-on bonus and notes eligibility criteria apply.
• Ongoing referral bonus opportunities.
• Hands-on immersive training and coaching, including classroom and shadowing days.
• Career mobility in the x-ray field, including Flex, Float, Training Coach, OSM, and QA/QC roles.
• Medical, dental, vision, and other benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off, starting at 208 hours annually.
• Support from onsite managers and QA/QC RTs for team-member development and growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED