Radiologic Technologist - 10k Sign On Bonus Eligible

GoHealth Urgent Care - UCSF Health • Cornelius, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist works with Medical Providers and/or Medical Assistants to examine and treat Novant-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 technologist also provides administrative and patient-care support to help ensure efficient clinic operations.

The position includes performing X-ray services under provider direction for patients of all ages, preparing and rooming patients, collecting vital signs and patient histories, conducting point-of-care testing as needed, maintaining medical records, and supporting follow-up care. The technologist positions patients and equipment, selects appropriate radiographic controls, verifies image quality, and ensures images are sent for interpretation. The role also includes maintaining equipment and supplies, documenting procedures, completing equipment controls and calibration, and following infection-control and radiation-safety protocols, including ALARA.

The employer describes hands-on training and coaching, development support from QA/QC radiologic technologists, career mobility within the X-ray field, and onsite managers focused on team-member growth. The schedule is three 12-hour shifts per week with no overnights.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Graduation from an approved Radiologic Technologist program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at time of hire through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration at time of hire.
• State licensure as a Radiologic Technologist at time of hire, where required by state law.
• Knowledge of X-ray procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, body mechanics, and patient movement necessary for X-ray testing.
• Knowledge of radiology equipment and common radiology safety hazards.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a clinical setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform X-ray services under the direction of a clinical provider for patients from newborn to elderly.
• Collaborate with ordering or treating providers to determine procedures and views that support accurate diagnosis and treatment.
• Position patients and equipment correctly and protect patients during imaging.
• Prepare and room patients by verifying information, recording medical history, confirming the purpose of the visit, and providing preliminary physical tests and vital signs.
• Escalate critical patient cases to a provider as needed and communicate patient information to providers.
• Conduct point-of-care testing as needed, including flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, and HCG testing.
• Perform and analyze patient X-rays, verify image quality, and ensure images are sent to radiologists for interpretation.
• Select and set appropriate radiographic controls to produce clear diagnostic images.
• Explain procedures to patients, support their comfort and safety, and answer questions.
• Maintain medical records, scan charts to patient files, and document completed procedures in electronic systems or logbooks.
• Conduct courtesy call-backs for patient follow-up on care.
• Perform and document daily equipment controls and calibration; maintain QA/QC 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.
• Collaborate with Medical Providers and Medical Assistants on patient-care management, organization, communication, and clinic operations.
• Inform technical staff of patient flow and support efficient operation of the center.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off, starting at 208 hours annually.
• Monthly incentive pay based on performance metrics.
• Sign-on bonus up to $10,000 for eligible applicants.
• Ongoing referral bonus opportunities.
• Hands-on training and development program with classroom and peer-shadowing days.
• Career mobility opportunities in the X-ray field.
• Onsite managers focused on supporting team members and their growth.

What This Job Offers

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