Radiology Technologist

About this 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, 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. Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move! Primary Duties and Responsibilities * Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations. * Adheres to MedStar Health Code of Conduct and its Compliance plan; complies with governmental and accreditation guidelines completing all scheduled training including but not limited to safety infection control OSHA CPR EMR 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. * Embraces new technology and use of the electronic health record. * Manages patient flow with consistent and frequent communication with patients/ families as well 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 results in accordance with policy and in a professional manner. * Performs venipuncture and selected patient and laboratory testing (point of care); initiates care pathways in accordance with policy. * Performs x-rays in accordance with medical provider orders; forwards images to the appropriate radiologist for over-reads; maintains x-ray equipment and adheres to safety standards. * Promotes an atmosphere of respect toward patients families vendors employers and co-workers. Acts and communicates professionally at all time. * 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 and assists in patient 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 and participates in basic 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 after demonstrating competency to the Clinical Professional Development Specialist or designee. * Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams. Minimal Qualifications Education * Associate's degree required and * Completion of an approved R.T. program. required Experience * Externship in a medical or ambulatory health setting; required and * 1-2 years 2 years of medical office experience preferred * One year of relevant professional-level work experience may be substituted for one year of required education. Licenses and Certifications * ARRT ARRT Certification; required and * Must have a Maryland Virginia or DC State License-Certified Medical Radiation whichever is applicable to location of the position; required and * CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required and * Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit. Knowledge Skills and Abilities * Clinical competency as verified during the initial 90 day orientation period and annually thereafter. * Excellent customer service/ patient interaction skills; * Computer & Electronic Medical Record skills and ability to function in a variable clinical setting. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. This position has a hiring range of : USD $29.73 - USD $53.49 /Hr.