General Summary of Position
Now offering a limited-time $10,000 sign-on bonus.
MedStar Health is looking for a Radiological Technologist t o join our team at MedStar Washington Hospital Center.
Schedule: 11:00pm to 730am with rotating 12-hour holidays
As a Radiological Technologist , you will operate conventional, fluoroscopic, and portable radiology equipment to obtain routine radiographs of designated body areas according to physician specification and radiographic protocols .
Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro re gion, 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:
- Prepares patient for radiograph. Lifts patient onto and off examination table. Properly positions patient for X-ray exam, adjusts immobilization devices and affixes appropriate radiation shielding.
- Assists in the administration of drugs and/or contrast agents. Calculates and selects proper technical factors and uses correct film / screen combinations. Processes and develops film.
- Enters data into the Radiology Information System (MARS) for medical records, billing, statistics, and quality assurance purposes. Provides guidance to radiology students as needed.
- Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition. Ensures that the exam room contains the proper supplies for the diagnostic procedures. Performs various clerical tasks including answering phones, relaying messages, and scheduling exams. etc.
- Reports equipment malfunction to supervisory personnel.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Associate degree in applied science preferred.
- ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technology) certification is mandatory within 1 year.
This position has a hiring range of $29.15 - $51.68