Radiologic Technologist

Hartford Health | GoHealth Urgent Care; Killingly (CT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Monthly incentive pay

Training & Development

Career mobility

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare-GoHealth Urgent Care is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic x-rays and provide patient care in a fast-paced urgent care setting. You will work under clinical providers, ensure image quality, and support daily clinic operations.

The role requires ARRT registration, state licensure, and BLS certification, with on-site duties across patient care and documentation. Training and growth opportunities are available within the X-Ray field.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology program required.
• ARRT registration required; state licensure required.
• BLS certification required at time of hire.
• Experience in a clinical setting preferred.
• On-site role with patient x-ray procedures and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Perform x-ray procedures under clinical provider supervision.
• Prepare patients and verify information for examinations.
• Operate imaging equipment and ensure high-quality diagnostic images.
• Maintain medical records and logbooks for procedures.
• Adhere to radiation safety protocols and ALARA principles.

Skills

Patient positioning

Radiology safety procedures

Communication with providers

Equipment troubleshooting

Education

Graduate of Radiologic Technology program

High School Diploma or equivalent

ARRT registration

State radiologic technologist licensure

BLS certification

Tools

X-ray equipment operation

EMR systems

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.Hartford HealthCare, one of the nation's leading health care providers, and GoHealth Urgent Care, an on-demand consumer-centric care company, are operating urgent care centers across the Connecticut area.At Hartford HealthCare-GoHealth Urgent Care, we place the needs of our patients first - by providing an effortless patient experience, a welcoming culture of care and seamless integration with market-leading health systems and our communities. We would love for you to become a member of our team!Why You’ll Love This RoleCompetitive Pay:Base Salary Range: $35.00-$40.50/hourThe range above reflects the good-faith salary range the Company reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend on experience, skills, education, and other business-related factors.This position offers monthly incentive pay based on performance metricsOngoing referral bonus opportunitiesTraining & Development:Hands on, immersive training & coaching program with classroom and shadowing days alongside peersCareer 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 growthResponsible for providing a variety of technical procedures and apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis for our GoHealth Urgent Care patients. This role is responsible for performing and analyzing patient x-rays and reporting results to Medical Providers. Additional responsibilities include providing administrative support to ensure efficient operation of GoHealth Urgent Care Centers. In a collaborative manner, the Radiologic Technologist will provide support to Medical Providers, Medical Assistants and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management, organization and communication.Job RequirementsEducationGraduate of an approved Radiologic Technology program requiredHigh School Diploma or equivalent requiredWork ExperienceExperience in a clinical setting preferredRequired Licenses/CertificationsBasic 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.Applicable state licensure as a Radiologic Technologist required.Essential FunctionsResponsible for x-ray services as neededUnder 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.Will need to push patient in a wheelchairPatient Preparation and RoomingInform 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.AdministrativeResponsible for maintenance of medical records and scanning charts to patient files.Conduct courtesy call-backs for patient follow-up on careFollow 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 neededOther responsibilities include:Medical Team Support: 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.Patient Care: Explaining procedures to patients, ensuring their comfort and safety, and answering their questions.Patient Positioning: Accurately positioning patients and equipment for optimal imaging results.Image Production: Selecting proper ionizing factors by adjusting/setting radiographic controls to capture clear, high-quality diagnostic imagesEquipment Maintenance: Performing routine maintenance, cleaning of X-ray equipment, and managing necessary supplies.Radiation Safety: Adhering to strict radiation safety protocols and implementing ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) to minimize exposure to patients and staff.Documentation: Maintaining accurate patient records and logging completed procedures in electronic systems and/or logbooks as required.Image Management: Verifying image quality and ensuring images are sent to radiologists for interpretation.Knowledge:1. Knowledge of X-ray procedures and protocols.2. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform X-ray testing including body mechanicsand patient movement.3. Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology.Skills:1. Positioning patients properly for the X-ray procedure required.2. Identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor.3. Following infection control and radiological safety procedures.Note: this job description is not inclusive of all the duties of the position. You may be asked by leaders to perform other duties. Management reserves the right to revise this position description at any time.Set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!