Radiologic Technologist - 10k Sign On Bonus Eligible

GoHealth Urgent Care•Winston-Salem, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Novant-GoHealth Urgent Care, the mission is to place the needs of patients first by providing an effortless patient experience, a welcoming culture of care, and seamless integration with market-leading health systems and communities. The company is committed to cultivating a leadership cadre and culture that exemplifies its core values, building strong, high-performing teams, operating with a bias toward action, and maintaining a relentless commitment to developing its people into master clinicians and exemplary leaders. QA/QC RT’s are available to support development and growth. The Radiologic Technologist (RT) collaborates with Medical Providers and/or Medical Assistants in the examination and treatment of Novant-GoHealth Urgent Care patients. This role involves providing a variety of technical procedures and applying prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis for patients across all age groups. The RT is responsible for performing and analyzing patient x-rays and reporting results to Medical Providers, as well as providing administrative support to ensure efficient operation of Novant-GoHealth Urgent Care Centers. The company operates award-winning centers that offer a welcoming and comfortable environment, state-of-the-art technology, and caring team members, providing effortless on-demand care 365 days a year in over 250+ centers nationwide.

Requirements

High School Diploma required
Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technologist program required
Basic Life Support (BLS) required at the time of hire, obtained through the American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA)
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration required at time of hire
State licensure as a Radiologic Technologist is required at the time of hire (if applicable by state law)
Knowledge of X-ray procedures and protocols
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform X-ray testing including body mechanics and patient movement
Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology
Positioning patients properly for the X-ray procedure required
Identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor
Following infection control and radiological safety procedures

Nice To Haves

Experience in a clinical setting preferred

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Medical Providers and Medical Assistants through a variety of tasks related to patient care management, organization and communication
Exercise professional judgment to provide health care services, which include applying x-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment of patients in all age groups
Perform and analyze patient x-rays and report results to Medical Providers
Provide administrative support to ensure efficient operation of Novant-GoHealth Urgent Care Centers
Provide support to Medical Providers, Medical Assistants and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management, organization and communication
Under the direction of the clinical provider, perform x-ray services for patients by applying x-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment of patients in all age groups from newborn to elderly
Ensure patients are positioned correctly on or in front of equipment and protected during use
Inform technical staff of patient flow
Prepare patients for examination, which includes conducting interviews to verify patient information, record medical history; confirm purpose of visit
Perform preliminary physical test (blood pressure, weight, temperature, etc.) for vital signs and escalate critical cases to provider as needed
Conduct point of care testing as needed (i.e., flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, HCG); and provide patient information to provider
Responsible for maintenance of medical records and scanning charts to patient files
Conduct courtesy call-backs for patient follow-up on care
Follow operating instructions to perform and document daily controls and calibration of equipment; maintain Quality Assurance/Quality Control logs for equipment troubleshoot breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance, and submit repair tickets as needed
Collaborate with the ordering/treating Provider to determine which procedures or views will best assist in accurate diagnoses and treatment
Support clinic operations to keep the center running smoothly
Explaining procedures to patients, ensuring their comfort and safety, and answering their questions
Accurately positioning patients and equipment for optimal imaging results
Selecting proper ionizing factors by adjusting/setting radiographic controls to capture clear, high-quality diagnostic images
Performing routine maintenance, cleaning of X-ray equipment, and managing necessary supplies
Adhering to strict radiation safety protocols and implementing ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) to minimize exposure to patients and staff
Maintaining accurate patient records and logging completed procedures in electronic systems and/or logbooks as required
Verifying image quality and ensuring images are sent to radiologists for interpretation

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Performance bonus up to $600/month
Sign on bonus up to $10,000 (for eligible applicants.)
Ongoing referral bonus opportunities
Hands on, immersive training & coaching program with classroom and shadowing days alongside peers
Career mobility in the X-Ray field! Different career paths with us include Flex, Float, Training Coach, OSM, and QA/QC roles.
Onsite Managers who are passionate about supporting team members and their growth
Medical, Dental, Vision & more
401(k) with company match
Generous PTO: starting at 208 hours annually
Work Life Balance: 3 12-hour shifts per week
No overnights!