Radiology Technologist

MedStar Health; Pasadena (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

MedStar Health in Pasadena, Maryland, is seeking a Radiology Technologist to join our urgent care team. You will perform clinical and administrative duties under physician supervision, including venipuncture, standing orders, EHR documentation, and injections after demonstrated competency.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate degree, completion of an approved RT program, ARRT certification, and Maryland/VA/DC licensure, plus BLS. Two years of medical office experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required.
• Completion of an approved Radiologic Technologist program.
• Externship in a medical or ambulatory health setting.
• BLS certification required.
• ARRT certification required.
• Maryland, Virginia, or DC state license required.
• 2 years of medical office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to code of conduct and compliance; completes safety, infection control, OSHA, CPR, EMR, and other training; cleans, stocks, and sterilizes equipment; prepares patient rooms for care.
• Manages patient flow with clear communication with patients and families, ensuring comfort and timely care; performs testing per policy and assists in patient care under supervision.
• Performs venipuncture and point-of-care tests; takes x-rays per orders; transmits images to radiologist; maintains x-ray equipment and adheres to safety standards.
• Provides care aligned with MedStar Health’s mission and values; assists in patient discharge and supports patient understanding.
• Supports other team members during downtime and assists in examinations, testing, and education; administers injections under provider supervision.

Skills

2 years medical office experience

Education

Associate degree

Completion of an approved R.T. program

Externship in a medical or ambulatory health setting

ARRT Certification

Maryland, Virginia, or DC State License

BLS

Job description

About this Job:

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

MedStar Health is looking for

aRadiology TechnologisttojoinourMedStar Health Urgent Careteam!

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, after demonstrating competency to the Clinical Professional Development Specialist or designee. Clinical Care Specialists (CCSs) certified as Radiologic Technologists also perform and transmit X-ray diagnostic images. This position documents as appropriate in the medical record and supports optimal patient 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 $29.73 - USD $53.49 /Hr.