Radiologic Technologist (Full-Time B Shift) - Northwell Health | GoHealth Urgent Care : Job Details

Description Position at Northwell Health GoHealth Urgent Care Northwell Health, one of the nation's leading health care providers, and GoHealth Urgent Care, an on-demand consumer-centric care company, are operating urgent care centers across the NYC/ Long Island/ Westchester region.At Northwell Health-GoHealth Urgent Care, we place the needs of our patients first - by providing an effortless patient experience, a welcoming culture of care and seamless integration with market-leading health systems and our communities. We would love for you to become a member of our team!The Radiologic Technologist (RT) works with Medical Providers and/or a Medical Assistants with the examination and treatment of GoHealth Urgent Care patients. This role is responsible for providing a variety of technical procedures and apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis for our GoHealth Urgent Care patients. This role is responsible for performing and analyzing patient x-rays and reporting results to Medical Providers. Additional responsibilities include providing administrative support to ensure efficient operation of GoHealth Urgent Care Centers. In a collaborative manner, the Radiologic Technologist will provide support to Medical Providers, Medical Assistants and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management, organization and communication. Hourly rate: $40.00- 52.00Bonus eligible up to $600/monthJob RequirementsEducation

• High School Diploma required
• Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology program required

Work Experience

• Experience in a clinical setting preferred

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required at the time of hire, obtained through the American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA).
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration required at time of hire.
• State licensure as a Radiologic Technologist required at time of hire as applicable by state law.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for x-ray services as needed
  • Under the direction of the clinical provider, perform x-ray services for patients by applying x-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment of patients in all age groups from newborn to elderly.
  • Ensure patients are positioned correctly on or in front of equipment and protected during use.
  • Will need to push patient in a wheelchair

• Patient Registration
  • Conduct patient registration, which includes securing required paperwork and insurance documentation, and verification of insurance and patient eligibility.
  • Process co-pays and schedule patient appointments for assigned center
  • Coordinate provider referrals to assigned Specialist
  • Answer patient questions regarding their care and keep them informed of their status

• Patient Preparation and Rooming
  • Inform technical staff of patient flow.
  • Prepare patients for examination, which includes conducting interviews to verify patient information, record medical history; confirm purpose of visit;
  • Perform preliminary physical test (blood pressure, weight, temperature, etc.) for vital signs and escalate critical cases to provider as needed.
  • Conduct point of care testing as needed (i.e., flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, HCG); and provide patient information to provider.

• Stocking
  • Responsible for stocking supplies and maintenance of exam rooms, front desk, and reception area; ensure providers have medical supplies needed
  • Responsible for completing order sheets to maintain supply inventory levels; regularly check expiration dates on supplies.

• Administrative
  • Responsible for maintenance of medical records and scanning charts to patient files.
  • Answer phone calls, collect and sort daily incoming and outgoing postal correspondence
  • Ensure reception is well maintained
  • Conduct courtesy call-backs for patient follow-up on care
  • Perform opening and closing duties, which includes cashing out, end-of-day communication, and securing the building.
  • Follow operating instructions to perform and document daily controls and calibration of equipment; maintain Quality Assurance/Quality Control logs for equipment troubleshoot breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance, and submit repair tickets as needed