Radiology Technologist - $10,000 Sign On Bonus

Medstar Health; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist to operate conventional, fluoroscopic, and portable radiology equipment for routine radiographs at multiple DC/VA locations. A limited-time sign-on bonus of $10,000 is offered for new full-time hires.

Responsibilities include patient preparation, proper positioning, shielding, drug/contrast administration support, data entry into MARS, and occasional clerical duties.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required.
• ARRT certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for radiograph, positions patient, and applies shielding.
• Operates radiology equipment including conventional, fluoroscopic, and portable systems.
• Enters data into Radiology Information System (MARS) for records, billing and QA; assists radiology students as needed.
• Maintains a clean, stocked exam area and handles basic clerical tasks and scheduling.

Education

Associate degree

ARRT certification

Job description

Now offering a limited-time $10,000 sign-on bonus to new full-time hires!

MedStar Health is looking for a Radiology Technologists to join our team at the following locations:

• Urgent Care – All throughout DC/VA
• MedstarWashington HospitalCenter
• MedstarGeorgetownUniversityHospital

As aRadiological Technologist, you willoperateconventional,fluoroscopic,and portable radiology equipment to obtain routine radiographs of designated body areas according to physician specification and radiographic protocols.

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

Primary Duties:

• Prepares patient for radiograph. Lifts patient onto and off examination table. Properly positions patient for X-ray exam, adjusts immobilization devices and affixesappropriate radiationshielding.
• Assistsin the administration of drugs and/or contrast agents. Calculates and selects proper technicalfactors anduses correct film/ screencombinations. Processes and develops film.
• Enters data into the Radiology Information System (MARS) for medical records, billing,statistics,and quality assurance purposes.Providesguidance to radiology students as needed.
• Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition. Ensures that the exam roomcontainsthe proper supplies for the diagnostic procedures.Performs various clerical tasks including answering phones, relaying messages, and scheduling exams.etc.
• Reports equipment malfunction to supervisory personnel.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree.
• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technology) certification.

This position has a hiring range of : USD $30.47 - USD $55.36 /Hr.