Radiologic Technologist Sign on Bonus

GoHealth Urgent Care • Berlin, CT

7d • $40 - $46

About The Position

Hartford HealthCare-GoHealth Urgent Care is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to provide technical procedures and prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis in its urgent care centers. The role includes performing and analyzing patient X-rays, reporting results to Medical Providers, and supporting efficient clinic operations. In collaboration with Medical Providers and Medical Assistants, the technologist supports patient care through clinical, organizational, and communication tasks.

The position provides X-ray services under the direction of a clinical provider for patients of all ages, from newborns to elderly patients. Duties also include preparing and rooming patients, taking vital signs, conducting point-of-care tests, maintaining medical records and imaging equipment, and following infection-control and radiation-safety procedures. The role requires accurate patient positioning, image-quality checks, documentation, and communication with the care team.

The posting lists a base salary range of $40.00–$45.50 per hour, monthly incentive pay based on performance metrics, a sign-on bonus of up to $7,500 for eligible external applicants, and ongoing referral bonus opportunities. It also describes immersive training and coaching, career mobility, onsite manager support, medical, dental, and vision benefits, a 401(k) with company match, and 208 hours of starting annual PTO.

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 and physiology relevant to X-ray testing, body mechanics, and patient movement.
• 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.
• Ability to push patients in a wheelchair.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a clinical setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform X-ray services as needed and, under a clinical provider’s direction, apply X-ray energy to assist with diagnosis or treatment for patients of all ages.
• Position patients and equipment accurately, ensure patients are protected during procedures, and explain procedures while supporting patient comfort and safety.
• Select and adjust radiographic controls to produce clear, high-quality diagnostic images.
• Collaborate with ordering or treating providers to determine appropriate procedures or views and report imaging results to Medical Providers.
• Prepare and room patients by verifying patient information, recording medical history, confirming the reason for the visit, and performing preliminary physical tests such as blood pressure, weight, and temperature.
• Escalate critical cases to a provider and conduct point-of-care testing as needed, including flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, and HCG testing.
• Keep technical staff informed about patient flow and support clinic operations.
• Maintain medical records, scan charts to patient files, and conduct courtesy follow-up calls to patients.
• 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 radiation-safety protocols, including ALARA, and infection-control procedures.
• Verify image quality and ensure images are sent to radiologists for interpretation.
• Document completed procedures in electronic systems or logbooks as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leaders; the posting notes that the job description may be revised.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and other benefits.
• 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 $7,500 for eligible external applicants.
• Ongoing referral bonus opportunities.
• Immersive training and coaching program with classroom and shadowing days.
• Career mobility opportunities in Flex, Float, Training Coach, OSM, and QA/QC roles.
• Onsite managers who support team members and their growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree