Radiologic Technologist

GoHealth Urgent Care • Springfield, MO

19d

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist works with Medical Providers and/or Medical Assistants to examine and treat Mercy-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. It also provides administrative support and collaborates with providers, medical assistants, and patients on care management, organization, and communication. The position provides X-ray services for patients of all ages, from newborns to elderly patients, and may support other patient-care and clinic-operational tasks.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• ARRT certification and registration required at the time of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at the time of hire, obtained through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Knowledge of X-ray procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, body mechanics, and patient movement relevant to X-ray testing.
• Knowledge of radiology equipment and common 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform X-ray services under the direction of clinical providers, applying X-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment.
• Position patients and equipment accurately, protect patients during imaging, and select radiographic controls to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
• Collaborate with ordering or treating providers to determine procedures or views that support accurate diagnosis and treatment.
• Explain procedures to patients, support their comfort and safety, and answer their questions.
• Prepare and room patients by verifying information, recording medical history, confirming the reason for the visit, and performing preliminary physical tests and vital signs.
• Conduct point-of-care testing as needed, including flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, and HCG, and provide patient information to the provider.
• Communicate patient flow information to technical staff and escalate critical cases to providers as needed.
• Maintain medical records, scan charts into 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, submit repair tickets, and manage supplies.
• Clean and maintain X-ray equipment and ensure images are verified and sent to radiologists for interpretation.
• Follow infection-control and radiation-safety procedures, including ALARA practices.
• Support clinic operations and collaborate with medical providers and assistants to help the center run smoothly.
• Push patients in wheelchairs when needed.

Benefits

• Up to $10,000 in bonuses.
• Monthly incentive pay based on performance metrics.
• Ongoing referral bonus opportunities.
• Medical, dental, vision, and other benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• PTO starting at 208 hours annually.
• Hands-on training and coaching, including classroom and shadowing days.
• Career mobility opportunities in X-ray, including 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: High school or GED