Radiologic Technologist — Sign On Bonus $1,000

GoHealth Urgent Care - UCSF Health • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist works with Medical Providers and/or Medical Assistants to examine and treat patients at Memorial Hermann-GoHealth Urgent Care. 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. The position also provides administrative and patient-care support to help ensure efficient clinic operations.

The technologist performs X-ray services for patients of all ages, from newborns to elderly patients, under the direction of a clinical provider. Duties include preparing and rooming patients, collecting patient information and vital signs, conducting point-of-care tests as needed, supporting patient follow-up, maintaining medical records, and maintaining and documenting equipment quality controls. The role collaborates with providers and other clinic staff, prioritizes patient comfort and safety, follows radiation and infection-control procedures, and maintains accurate records and images.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Graduate of 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, where required by state law.
• Knowledge of X-ray procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology relevant to X-ray testing, including body mechanics and patient movement.
• Knowledge of radiology equipment and common safety hazards in radiology.
• 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 to obtain clear diagnostic images and protect patients during procedures.
• Work with ordering or treating providers to determine the procedures or views that will support accurate diagnosis and treatment.
• Prepare and room patients by verifying information, recording medical history, confirming the visit purpose, and collecting preliminary vital signs; escalate critical cases to a provider as needed.
• Conduct point-of-care tests as needed, including flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, and HCG testing, and provide relevant patient information to the provider.
• Explain procedures to patients, support their comfort and safety, and answer questions.
• Select and adjust radiographic controls to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
• Verify image quality and ensure images are sent to radiologists for interpretation.
• Follow radiation safety protocols, including ALARA, and follow infection-control procedures.
• Perform and document daily equipment controls and calibration; maintain quality assurance and quality control logs.
• Clean and routinely maintain X-ray equipment, manage supplies, troubleshoot equipment problems, and submit repair tickets as needed.
• Maintain medical records, scan charts to patient files, and document procedures in electronic systems or logbooks.
• Conduct courtesy call-backs for patient follow-up on care.
• Collaborate with Medical Providers and Medical Assistants on patient-care management, organization, communication, and clinic operations.
• Inform technical staff of patient flow and support the clinic's efficient operation.
• Push patients in wheelchairs when needed.

Benefits

• $1,000 sign-on bonus for new full-time hires.
• Performance-based bonus.
• 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, including classroom and shadowing days.
• Career mobility opportunities in the X-ray field, including Flex, Float, Training Coach, ROM, and QA/QC roles.

What This Job Offers

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