X-Ray Technologist

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center is seeking an X-ray Technologist I to perform various diagnostic imaging procedures. Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington area and benefit from a significant sign-on bonus. The role includes collaborating with healthcare teams and ensuring patient safety while adhering to established protocols.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $10,000

Qualifications

• Eligible for ARRT certification within 1 year.
• BLS certification required.
• 1-2 years hospital-based experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform full range of diagnostic radiographic examinations.
• Assist Radiologists with special radiological examinations.
• Ensure timely completion of exams with the use of RIS and EMR.

Skills

Basic knowledge of radiographic theory

Patient interaction

Safety precautions

Education

Vocational/Technical Diploma in Radiologic Technology

Job description

General Summary of Position

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

MedStar Health is looking foranX-rayTechnologist Itojoinourteam atMedStar Georgetown University Hospital!The ideal candidate will possessbasic knowledge of radiographic theory and techniques and of specialized and complex radiographic procedures.

Shift:Four 10-hour shifts with variable day off; 7:00am - 5:30pm

As an X-ray Technologist I, you will perform a full range of diagnostic radiographic examinations to include routine, emergency room trauma, operating room procedures, lithotripsy, portables, and fluoroscopy. These functions are performedin accordance withall applicable laws and regulations and MedStar Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards.

Joinoneof the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metroregion,also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your nextgreat careermove!

Primary Duties:

• Performs a full range of diagnostic radiographic examinations in the department, clinics, and operating room. Ensures that radiation safety precautions are taken. Adheres to the policies and procedures that apply to the performance of obtaining radiographic studies, including performing acorrectexam, including laterality, on the correct patient at the timerequested.

• Provides basic information to patients and/or families about procedures to be performed and can answer questions if asked.Assists the Radiologists in performing special radiological examinations.Assistswith the upkeep of radiographicequipment andadheresto all related safety requirements and reports needed for equipment repairs.

• Ensurestimelycompletion of all exams through tracking, scanning, and another technical workflow as related to Radiology Information System (RIS, Enterprise Radiology Solutions (ERS), and Enterprise Electronic Record (EMR (Electronic Medical Record)). Operates digital and fluoroscopic radiographic equipment.

• Participates in orientation and other opportunities for learning as delegated by the department, other hospital staff, and students. Exemplifies SPIRIT values, and activelyparticipatesin Patient Safety Standards and tasks.

• Coordinates and collaborates with Technical Aides to ensure efficient room turnover. Coordinates,communicates,and collaborates with Patient Financial Associates that register radiology exams to minimize delays and potential safety issues for the outpatient population.

Qualifications:

• Vocational/Technical Diploma from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology.

• Must be registry eligible by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); registration is mandatory within 1 Year.

• BLS (Basic Life Support).

• 1-2 years Hospital based experience preferred.

This position has a hiring range of $29.15 - $51.68