What are the responsibilities and job description for the X-Ray Technologist position at WellNow Urgent Care?
Position Summary
WellNow Urgent Care℠ is here to help our patients get well. Founded in 2011 with just 12 locations, we have quickly grown to 92 locations across New York, Illinois, Ohio and Michigan. Our growth-focused model positions us as one of the fastest-growing providers of quality urgent, virtual, and occupational care. Come join our team today!
As a WellNow X-Ray Technologist team member you will be a part of a team that is dedicated to improving the delivery and quality of healthcare to our Urgent Care patients, while being part of a medical community in which you are supported in your growth as a medical professional.
We offer competitive pay and exceptional benefits that include:
- Free urgent care visits for employee and immediate family members!
- 401K plan with generous company match!
- Monthly bonus opportunity, with ability to earn up to an additional $3,600 per year!
- Sign on Bonus!
Responsibilities
- Prepares patients for radiological procedures and conducts x-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety
- Uses a variety of radiation protection and shielding materials
- Ensures radiology equipment is functioning appropriately and reports equipment malfunctions to the department head
- Logs radiologic procedures
- Obtains pre-authorization from insurance companies for CT scans
- Ensures all radiographs achieve a radiographic interpretation by our teleradiology company
- Clarifies discrepancy radiology readings with the medical provider
- Greets, registers patients and performs other front desk duties
- Performs basic medical assisting/occupational medicine technician duties to ensure proper patient flow
- Answers and appropriately triages phone calls
- Cleans and stocks the site with other members of the team
- Travels between local WellNow locations to complete weekly full time hours
Minimum Education and Experience
- Understanding of the anatomy and physiology necessary to perform x-ray testing, including body mechanics and patient movement
- Knowledge of radiology equipment, including safety hazards common to radiology.
- Capability to identify equipment issues and troubleshoot problems
- Capacity to apply written instructions and standardized work practices and protocols
- Ability to perform all job duties with no accommodations, including lift up to 50 pounds, repeatedly bend and twist, and standing for up to 10-12 hours daily
- Friendly and outstanding customer service skills
- Strong critical thinking skills
- Basic computer skills, including the use of multiple Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Education:
- Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
Required License or Certification:
- ARRT Licensure in Radiologic Technology or Completion of Radiologic Technology program
- Active New York State Licensure in Radiologic Technology
APPLY NOW at careers@wellnow.com for immediate consideration to join our growing team and start your career journey with WellNow!
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