Radiologic Technologist — Sign On Bonus $1,000

GoHealth Urgent Care • Houston, TX

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist works with Medical Providers and/or Medical Assistants to examine and treat Memorial Hermann-GoHealth Urgent Care patients. The role performs technical procedures and applies prescribed ionizing radiation to support radiologic diagnosis, performs and analyzes patient X-rays, and reports results to Medical Providers. It also provides administrative and collaborative support for patient care management, organization, communication, and efficient center operations.

The technologist performs X-ray services for patients of all ages, from newborns to older adults, under the direction of a clinical provider. Responsibilities include preparing and positioning patients, supporting patient comfort and safety, taking vital signs, conducting point-of-care tests as needed, maintaining medical records and equipment logs, and ensuring image quality and transfer for interpretation. The position follows radiation safety procedures, including ALARA, and supports clinic operations in collaboration with providers and other clinical staff.

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, anatomy and physiology relevant to X-ray testing, body mechanics and patient movement, radiology equipment, and common radiology 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform X-ray services under the direction of a clinical provider for patients of all ages.
• Position patients and equipment correctly, protect patients during imaging, and explain procedures while addressing patient comfort and questions.
• Collaborate with providers to determine procedures or views that support accurate diagnosis and treatment.
• Select and set radiographic controls to produce clear diagnostic images; verify image quality and ensure images are sent for radiologist interpretation.
• Prepare and room patients, verify patient information, record medical history, and confirm the purpose of visits.
• Perform preliminary physical tests, including blood pressure, weight, and temperature, and escalate critical cases to a provider as needed.
• Conduct point-of-care testing as needed, including flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, and HCG, and provide results to the provider.
• Maintain medical records, scan charts to patient files, document completed procedures, and conduct courtesy follow-up calls.
• 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, to minimize exposure to patients and staff.
• Inform technical staff about patient flow and support clinic operations to keep the center running smoothly.
• May push patients in a wheelchair.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonus
• $1,000 sign-on bonus for new full-time hires
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off, starting at 208 hours annually
• Flexible scheduling options
• Hands-on training and coaching program, including classroom and shadowing days
• Career mobility opportunities in X-ray, including Flex, Float, Training Coach, ROM, and QA/QC roles

What This Job Offers

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