Radiographer at express care centers summary:
ExpressCare Urgent Care Centers is seeking a licensed Radiographer to perform radiographic exams, educate patients about procedures, and ensure radiation safety. The role involves basic patient care and vital sign measurements while thriving in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Candidates must possess an associate's degree, ARRT certification, and have at least one year of clinical experience.
Job Title: Full-Time Radiographer
Company Overview: ExpressCare Urgent Care Centers is a well-established and fast-growing urgent care company in Maryland, committed to providing high quality healthcare to our community. We are looking for licensed Radiographers who thrive in a fast-paced environment while contributing to an overall positive patient experience. Join our team as a Radiographer and play an essential role in delivering exceptional care to our patients!
Job Responsibilities:
- Performing Radiographic Exams: Taking x-rays while following established protocols and positioning techniques
- Patient Education: Provide patients with explanations of procedures and appropriate positioning prior to performing the x-ray
- Radiation Safety: Practicing radiation protection measures to minimize radiation exposure to patients and employees
- Basic Patient Care: Assist with triaging, discharge, and other basic patient care as Radiology workflow allows
- Vital sign measurement: Measure and record blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, and height/weight
- Basic lab procedures: Perform simple laboratory tests such as EKGs, urine specimen collection, and influenza nasal swabs
Minimum Requirements:
- Associate’s degree or equivalent (Required)
- Completion of an approved R.T program (Required)
- Licenses & Certifications:
- Current ARRT certification (Required)
- Maryland State Radiographer License (Required)
- CPR Certification (Required)
- Minimum one year of clinical experience in a physician’s office or hospital (preferred)
- Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Understanding of human anatomy
- Proficiency in operating x-ray equipment
- Superior customer service skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Reliable transportation with the willingness to comply with the company travel policy
- Ability to work 12+ hour shifts, stand/walk for long periods, and lift 25 lbs.
- Must have scheduling flexibility, including weekends and holidays
Pay & Benefits:
- Competitive hourly pay: $35-$40, plus opportunities for overtime
- $2,500 sign-on bonus for full-time positions
- Full benefits package, including PTO, SSL, and 7 premium pay holidays when worked
- Health, dental, and vision insurance (single and family coverage) available 30 days after full time employment
- 401(k) plan with company match after one year
- Exciting opportunities for growth within the organization
If you are a skilled radiographer looking for a rewarding role in a supportive and fast-paced environment, apply today to join the ExpressCare team!
Keywords:
Radiographer, radiologic technologist, X-ray technician, patient care, radiation safety, healthcare, medical imaging, urgent care, patient education, clinical experience