Urgent Care Radiology Technician

Memorial Physician Practices; North Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Financial protection and paid time off

401(k) retirement package with company match

Free gym memberships and virtual care appointments

Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Memorial Physician Practices is seeking a dedicated Radiology Technician to join our Urgent Care Team in North Carolina. You will play a crucial role in ensuring high-quality imaging services, educating patients, and supporting urgent care operations. This full-time position demands a current Radiologic Technologist license and offers comprehensive benefits including medical coverage starting at $10 per pay period.

In addition to a competitive salary, we provide professional development opportunities, financial growth assistance, and employee well-being programs. Your contributions will have a direct impact on our community's health by ensuring timely and effective care.

Qualifications

• Current state Radiologic Technologist license required.
• Certification in Basic Life Support needed within 30 days of hire.
• Experience in other X-ray departments or clinics is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Review patient history and educate patients on procedures.
• Prepare and administer contrast media as ordered.
• Position patients and perform imaging procedures.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Experience in X-ray departments

Education

Degree from an approved radiologic technology program

Basic Life Support certification

Current state Radiologic Technologist license

Job description

Sign‑on Bonus

$10,000 Sign‑on with a 2-year commitment

Schedule

Full‑time, Varied

Your Experience Matters

Haywood Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network. As a Radiology Technician (Rad Tech) joining our team, you will help make communities healthier.

More About Our Team

Join our Urgent Care Team consisting of 2 Providers, a Registered Nurse (RN), a Rad Tech, and a Lab Assistant. We are a walk‑in clinic that treats injuries or illnesses requiring immediate care, with hours of operation 7 days a week, 8:00 am–6:30 pm. This position offers the opportunity to care for the needs of our community and helps offload the ER so that emergent patients can receive priority care.

How You’ll Contribute

• Reviews patient history and physician’s orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment, and exam to ensure understanding and cooperation.
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures. Troubleshoots, resolves, and reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with imaging quality. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure. Enters, transmits, and reports scan results.

Why Join Us

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage – with medical plans beginning at $10 per pay period – tailored benefit options for part‑time and PRN employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and a 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Health & Fitness Center Access: www.myhaywoodregional.com/locations/haywood-regional-health-fitness-center

What We’re Looking For

• Applicants must have a current state Radiologic Technologist license and a degree from an approved radiologic technology program.
• Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Hospital training during a two‑year Radiologic Technologist program.
• Experience in other X‑ray departments, clinics, or medical offices highly desired.
• Must be a member of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or be registry‑eligible and maintain registry status after certification.
• Desirable to belong to national, state, or local societies.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

EEOC Statement

Haywood Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees and comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.