Radiological Technologist - Northwest Arkansas

Company: Mercy Health - GoHealth Urgent Care
Location: Springdale
Posted on: April 16, 2025

Job Description:

centers across our Northwest Arkansas region in Bentonville, Bella Vista, and Springdale.At Mercy-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!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. The Radiologic Technologist (RT) collaborates with Medical Providers and/or a Medical Assistants with the examination and treatment of GoHealth Urgent Care patients and is responsible for the following:---Providing a variety of technical procedures and apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis for our GoHealth Urgent Care patients. ----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. -Hourly rate: $27.00-$34.50Bonus 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 preferredRequired 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. - -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. -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 ----Stocking supplies and maintenance of exam rooms, front desk, and reception area; ensure providers have medical supplies needed. ----Completing order sheets to maintain supply inventory levels; regularly check expiration dates on supplies. -Administrative ----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.#INDCS

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