Radiologic Technologist - Central St. Louis

GoHealth Urgent Care; Ballwin (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO

Job summary

Mercy-GoHealth Urgent Care in Ballwin, MO is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic x-ray procedures and support patient care for a diverse caseload.

You will work under a clinical provider, ensure patient safety, prepare patients, position them correctly, and deliver high-quality images while following ALARA guidelines.

ARRT certification and BLS are required, along with a high school diploma. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• ARRT certification required
• BLS certification required at hire
• Experience in radiology settings preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic radiographic procedures according to physician orders.
• Position patients and adjust equipment to produce quality images.
• Ensure radiation safety and ALARA principles are followed at all times.
• Maintain accurate patient records and imaging documentation.
• Support clinical staff with patient care and workflow.
• Collaborate with providers to determine best views and projections for diagnosis.

Skills

X-ray procedures

Radiology safety

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma

ARRT certification

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.

This position is eligible for up to $10K in bonuses!

At Mercy-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 will love this team!

We are highly selective and proud to cultivate a leadership cadre and culture that exemplifies our core values. We build strong, high-performing teams, operate with a bias toward action, and maintain a relentless commitment to developing our people into master clinicians and exemplary leaders.

We also have QA/QC RT’s who will be supporting your development and growth!

Why You\'ll Love This Role

Competitive Pay

• Earn up to $10K in bonuses!
• This position offers monthly incentive pay based on performance metrics
• Ongoing referral bonus opportunities

Training & Development

• 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

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision & more
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO: starting at 208 hours annually

What You\’ll Do For Our Patients

• 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

Summary

Job Description

The Radiologic Technologist (RT) works with Medical Providers and/or Medical Assistants with the examination and treatment of Mercy-GoHealth Urgent Care patients. This role is responsible for providing a variety of technical procedures and applying prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis for our Mercy-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 Mercy-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 Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma required
• ARRT certification required

Work Experience

• Experience in a clinical setting preferred

Required Licenses/Certifications

• 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.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for x-ray services as needed
• 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.
• May need to push patient in a wheelchair

Patient Preparation and Rooming

• 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.

Administrative

• 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

Other 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 images
• Equipment 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

• 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.

Skills

• Positioning patients properly for the X-ray procedure required.
• Identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor.
• Following infection control and radiological safety procedures.