Radiologic Technologist - Sign On Bonus $10,000

GoHealth Urgent Care•South Riding, VA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Inova, recognized as a leading academic medical institution, partners with GoHealth Urgent Care, the largest operator of urgent cares in the country, to operate urgent care centers across Northern Virginia. The company is in growth mode and is committed to providing an effortless patient experience, a welcoming culture of care, and seamless integration with health systems and communities. They cultivate a leadership cadre and culture that exemplifies core values, building strong, high-performing teams with a bias toward action and a commitment to developing their people into master clinicians and exemplary leaders. QA/QC RTs also support development and growth. The Radiologic Technologist (RT) collaborates with Medical Providers and Medical Assistants in the examination and treatment of Inova-GoHealth Urgent Care patients. This role involves performing various technical procedures, applying prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis across all age groups, and analyzing patient x-rays to report results to Medical Providers. Additionally, the RT provides administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the urgent care centers, supporting Medical Providers, Medical Assistants, and patients through tasks related to patient care management, organization, and communication.

Requirements

High School Diploma required
Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technologist program 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 at time of hire
State licensure as a Radiologic Technologist is required at the time of hire (if applicable by state law)
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 supervisor
Following infection control and radiological safety procedures

Nice To Haves

Experience in a clinical setting

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 applying x-ray energy 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 for Inova-GoHealth Urgent Care patients.
Perform and analyze patient x-rays and report results to Medical Providers.
Provide administrative support to ensure efficient operation of Inova-GoHealth Urgent Care Centers.
Provide support to Medical Providers, Medical Assistants and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management, organization and communication.
Perform x-ray services for patients by applying x-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment of patients in all age groups from newborn to elderly, under the direction of the clinical provider.
Ensure patients are positioned correctly on or in front of equipment and protected during use.
May need to push patient in a wheelchair.
Inform technical staff of patient flow.
Prepare patients for examination, which includes conducting interviews to verify patient information, record medical history; confirm purpose of visit.
Perform preliminary physical test (blood pressure, weight, temperature, etc.) for vital signs and escalate critical cases to provider as needed.
Conduct point of care testing as needed (i.e., flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, HCG); and provide patient information to provider.
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, cleaning of X-ray equipment, and managing 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 log completed procedures in electronic systems and/or logbooks as required.
Verify image quality and ensure images are sent to radiologists for interpretation.

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Performance bonus up to $600/month
Sign on bonus up to $10,000 (for eligible applicants.)
Ongoing referral bonus opportunities
Hands on, immersive training & coaching program with classroom and shadowing days alongside peers
Career mobility in the X-Ray field! Different career paths with us include Flex, Float, Training Coach, OSM, and QA/QC roles.
Onsite Managers who are passionate about supporting team members and their growth
Medical, Dental, Vision & more
401(k) with company match
Generous PTO: starting at 208 hours annually
Work Life Balance: Flexible scheduling options – Choose 3x12-hour shifts OR 4x10-hour shifts per week