Radiologic Technologist Sign On Bonus

GoHealth Urgent Care - UCSF Health•Hartford, CT

3d•Onsite

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 performs and analyzes patient X-rays and reports results to Medical Providers, while also providing administrative support for efficient center operations. In collaboration with Medical Providers, Medical Assistants, and patients, the Radiologic Technologist supports patient care management, organization, and communication. The position offers a base salary range of $35.00–$40.50 per hour, monthly incentive pay based on performance metrics, and a sign-on bonus of up to $7,500 for eligible external applicants. Training includes an immersive program with classroom instruction, shadowing, hands-on training, and coaching. Career paths may include Flex, Float, Training Coach, OSM, and QA/QC roles. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, and PTO starting at 208 hours annually.

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 needed for X-ray testing, including body mechanics and patient movement.
Knowledge of radiology equipment and common radiology safety hazards.
Ability to position patients properly for the required X-ray procedure.
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 for patients of all ages under the direction of a clinical provider, applying X-ray energy to assist with diagnosis or treatment.
Position patients and equipment accurately to obtain high-quality diagnostic images, and ensure patients are protected during imaging.
Collaborate with the ordering or treating Provider to determine which procedures or views will best support accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Prepare and room patients by verifying patient information, recording medical history, confirming the purpose of the visit, and performing preliminary physical tests and vital signs.
Escalate critical cases to a provider and conduct point-of-care testing as needed, including flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, and HCG testing.
Communicate patient information to providers and inform technical staff about patient flow.
Explain procedures to patients, support their comfort and safety, and answer their questions.
Select and adjust radiographic controls to produce clear, high-quality diagnostic images.
Verify image quality and ensure images are sent to radiologists for interpretation.
Maintain medical records, scan charts into patient files, and document completed procedures in electronic systems or logbooks.
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 infection-control and radiation-safety procedures, including ALARA practices to minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff.
Support clinic operations and perform related duties as assigned.