Radiology Technologist

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center; Chevy Chase (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center is seeking a Radiology Technologist to join our Urgent Care team. Now offering a limited-time $10,000 sign-on bonus!

You will perform clinical imaging, venipuncture, and patient care under physician supervision, document in the EMR, and help manage patient flow and safety across the site. ARRT, MD-VA-DC license, and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree.
• Completion of an approved RT program.
• Externship in a medical or ambulatory health setting.
• 2 years of medical office experience preferred.
• ARRT Certification.
• Maryland, Virginia, or DC State License.
• BLS.

Responsibilities

• Float to other sites within the system to perform duties at multiple entities.
• Adhere to Code of Conduct and Compliance; complete required trainings including safety, infection control, OSHA, CPR, EMR, and patient safety.
• Support patient flow and use the EMR; communicate with patients and families.
• Perform venipuncture and selected tests; transmit X-ray images to radiologists; maintain equipment; ensure safety standards.
• Provide care aligned with MedStar Health mission and assist in discharge and patient education.
• Support team during downtime and assist in front desk activities and patient intake.

Skills

Patient care

X-ray operation

Venipuncture

Communication

Safety protocols

Education

Associated degree

Completion of RT program

Externship in medical setting

Tools

EMR proficiency

BLS certification

ARRT certification

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:

• Ability to float to other sites/locations within the system to be able to perform all duties at multiple entities.

• 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 $29.73 - USD $53.49 /Hr.