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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.
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.
Radiology Technologist in laurel at Unknown Company
- Typical pay
- $79,040–$91,520
For context, most radiologic technologists earn between $79,040–$91,520 a year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data. What this particular role pays is set by the employer — check the description above.
This position is listed as full time and onsite.