Radiologic Technologist - $7,500 Sign on Bonus

GoHealth Urgent Care - UCSF Health•Newark, DE

4d•Onsite

About The Position

ChristianaCare, a leading healthcare provider, and GoHealth Urgent Care, a consumer-centric care company, are operating urgent care centers across the Delaware/Maryland area. At ChristianaCare -GoHealth Urgent Care, the focus is on patient needs, providing an effortless patient experience, a welcoming culture of care, and seamless integration with health systems and communities. This role offers competitive pay with monthly incentives, a sign-on bonus of up to $7,500 for eligible external applicants, and ongoing referral bonus opportunities. The position includes a hands-on training and development program with onsite managers dedicated to team member growth. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) with company match, along with generous paid time off starting at 208 hours annually.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology program required.
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
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.
Applicable state licensure as a Radiologic Technologist required.
Experience in a clinical setting preferred.
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 safety hazards common to radiology.
Positioning patients properly for the X-ray procedure required.
Identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisors.
Following infection control and radiological safety procedures.

Responsibilities

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 x-ray to assist in diagnosis or treatment of patients in all age groups.
Provide a variety of technical procedures and apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis.
Perform and analyze patient x-rays and report results to Medical Providers.
Provide administrative support to ensure efficient operation of GoHealth Urgent Care Centers.
Prepare patients for examination, including conducting interviews to verify patient information and record medical history.
Perform preliminary physical tests (blood pressure, weight, temperature, etc.) for vital signs and escalate critical cases to the provider as needed.
Conduct point of care testing as needed (i.e., flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, HCG).
Provide patient information to providers.
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.
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.
Explain procedures to patients, ensuring their comfort and safety, and answering their questions.
Accurately position patients and equipment for optimal imaging results.
Select proper ionizing factors by adjusting/setting radiographic controls to capture clear, high-quality diagnostic images.
Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of X-ray equipment, and manage necessary supplies.
Adhere to strict radiation safety protocols and implement ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) to minimize exposure to patients and staff.
Maintain accurate patient records and logging of completed procedures in electronic systems and/or logbooks as required.
Verify image quality and ensure images are sent to radiologists for interpretation.
Push patient in a wheelchair.