RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST

General Summary of Position

$10,000 Sign on Bonus

MedStar Health is looking for a Radiology Technologist t o 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 re gion, 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 :

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 (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.

Embraces new technology an d 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, an d 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 po licy and in a professional manner.

• Performs venipuncture and selected patient and laboratory testing (point of care); initiates care pathways in accordance with po licy.
• Performs x-rays in accordance with me dical provider orders; forwards images to the app ropriate radiologist fo r overreads ;

m ai ntains x- ray equipment and adheres to safety standards. Promotes an atmosphere of respect toward patients, families, vendors, employers, an d co-workers.

Communicates professionally.

Provides care consistent with MedStar's mission, vision, an d values and in a manner that engenders patient confidence and loyalty by exceeding expectations.

Serves as a patient escort throughout the care process and ass ists 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 par ticipates 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 dem onstrating co mpetency to the Clinical Professional Development Specialist or designee.

Qualifications :

• Associate degree.
• Completion of an approved R.T. program.
• Externship in a medical or ambulatory health setting.
• 2 years of medical office experience p referred.
• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technology) Certification.
• Maryland, Virginia, or DC State License.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) .

Why MedStar Health?

At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered.

We live up to this promise through :

• Strong emphasis on teamwork- our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
• Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity- we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
• Comprehensive total rewards package- including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
• More career opportunities closer to home- as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.

About MedStar Health

MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research.

Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation.

As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team.

Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.

MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations.

MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws.

If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.