Radiology Technologist

MedStar Health; Chevy Chase (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health Urgent Care is seeking a Radiology Technologist to perform imaging, venipuncture, and related clinical tasks under physician supervision. The role includes patient intake, documentation, and ensuring high-quality care within a busy urgent care setting.

Qualified candidates have an ARRT certification, state license (MD/VA/DC), an accredited RT program, and a preferred 2 years of medical office experience. A sign-on bonus may apply.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; RT program completion.
• Externship in medical or ambulatory health setting.
• ARRT certification.
• MD/VA/DC state license.
• BLS required.
• 2 years of medical office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to conduct and compliance; ensure safety and quality of care.
• Manage patient flow and EMR use; communicate with patients and families.
• Perform radiologic imaging and forward images to radiologist for overreads; maintain equipment.
• Escort patients and support discharge; assist in patient education.
• Assist front desk with basic computer tasks and patient intake under supervision.

Skills

Medical office experience

BLS certification

Strong communication

Education

Associate degree

Completion of an approved Radiologic Technologist program

Externship in a medical or ambulatory health setting

Tools

ARRT Certification

MD/VA/DC State License

Job description

About the Job

Now offering a limited-time $10,000 sign-on bonus!

MedStar Health is looking for a Radiology Technologist to join our MedStar Health Urgent Care team!

As a Radiology Technologist, you will perform clinical and administrative duties in the MedStar Health Settings consistent with policies & procedures. Works under the supervision of a physician and performs patient intake, standing orders or protocols, venipuncture, laboratory testing and patient follow up. Will also administer oral, IM, SC, or intradermal medications when ordered by a provider, afterdemonstratingcompetency to the Clinical Professional Development Specialist or designee. Clinical Care Specialists (CCSs) certified as Radiologic Technologists also perform andtransmitX-ray diagnostic images. This position documents asappropriate inthe medical record and supportsoptimalpatient flow.

Joinoneof the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metroregion,also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses".

Primary Duties:

• Adheres to MedStar Health Code of Conduct and its Compliance plan;complies withgovernmental and accreditation guidelines, completing all scheduled training including, but not limited to, safety, infection control, OSHA,CPR (Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation),EMR (Electronic Medical Record), general compliance,harassment,and service. Cleans,stocks,and sterilizes equipment in addition to cleaning and preparing patient rooms for care delivery. Delivers patient care consistent with policy and with high regard for patient/ employee safety and quality of care.
• Embracesnewtechnologyand use of the electronic health record.Manages patient flow with consistent and frequent communication with patients/family and genuine regard for their time and comfort.Performs other testing and care consistent with the scope of the MedStar Health practices including, but not limited to, spirometry/ PFTs, patient vitals and BMI, EKGs, vision and hearing test,splinting,and general patient care under the supervision of the medical provider. Performs patient follow up calls for lab tests, patient experience, and clinical resultsinaccordance withpolicy and in a professional manner.
• Performs venipuncture and selected patient and laboratory testing (point of care); initiates care pathwaysinaccordance withpolicy. Performs x-raysinaccordance withmedical provider orders; forwards images to theappropriate radiologistforoverreads;maintainsx-ray equipment and adheres to safety standards. Promotes an atmosphere of respect toward patients, families, vendors,employers,and co-workers.Communicates professionally.
• Provides care consistent with MedStar's mission,vision,and values and in a manner that engenders patient confidence and loyalty by exceeding expectations. Serves as a patient escort throughout the care process andassistsinpatient discharge, assuring clarity for the patient or family member(s). Supports new clinical and service initiatives; seeks opportunities to improve care and the patient experience.
• Supports other members of the team during downtime or bottlenecks in patient processing. Understands andparticipatesinbasic computer and patient intake skills at the front desk. Supports the medical provider in patient examination, testing and education. Under medical provider supervision, prepares and administers oral medications and injections limited to intradermal, subcutaneous, and intramuscular afterdemonstratingcompetency to the Clinical Professional Development Specialist or designee.

Qualifications:

• Associatedegree.
• Completion of an approved R.T. program.
• Externship in a medical or ambulatory health setting.
• 2 years of medical office experience preferred.
• ARRT(American Registry of Radiologic Technology)Certification.
• Maryland, Virginia, or DC State License.
• BLS(Basic Life Support).

This position has a hiring range of

USD $30.47 - USD $55.36 /Hr.