Traveling X-Ray Technologist

Company: WellNow
Location: Utica
Posted on: December 2, 2019

Job Description:

Position Summary

As one of Upstate New York's fastest growing urgent care providers we are focused on providing excellent opportunities for professionals that demonstrate a continual commitment to the highest quality, patient-centered care, in a warm and friendly setting.

As a reflection of our continued growth, we have an exciting opening to join our team as a Travelling X-Ray Technologist

Are you a friendly and motivated X-Ray Technologist, with the ability to help treat patients quickly and kindly?

As a WellNow X-Ray Tech 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 $3,000 per year!
  
  We are seeking a friendly and motivated traveling X-Ray Technologist to join our practice. This person will be a part of a team that is dedicated to improving the delivery and quality of healthcare to our urgent care patients. T raining will be provided for these elements of the position.
  
  Responsibilities
  • The X-Ray Technologist greets and registers patients
  • Answers and appropriately triages phone calls
  • Prepares patients for radiological procedures and conducts x-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety
  • The X-Ray Technologist 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
  • The X-Ray Technologist ensures all radiographs achieve a radiographic interpretation by our teleradiology company
  • Clarifies discrepancy radiology readings with the medical provider
  • Cleans and stocks the site with other members of the team
  • The X-Ray Technologist performs basic medical assisting/occupational medicine technician duties to ensure proper patient flow
  • Travel to any and all of the WellNow/Five Star 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 for immediate consideration to join our growing team and start your career journey with WellNow!
          
          WellNow is an EOE
          
          

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