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MedStar Health

Not-for-profit health system delivering patient care

Radiology Technologist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsUpdated on Nov 4
Full-timeSilver Spring, MD, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • An associate degree is required.
  • Completion of an approved radiologic technologist program is required.
  • An externship in a medical or ambulatory health setting is required.
  • American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification is required.
  • A Maryland, Virginia, or District of Columbia state license is required.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform clinical and administrative duties in MedStar Health settings consistent with policies and procedures, under physician supervision.
  • Perform patient intake, standing orders or protocols, venipuncture, laboratory testing, and patient follow-up.
  • Administer ordered oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous, or intradermal medications after demonstrating competency to the Clinical Professional Development Specialist or designee.
  • Perform and transmit diagnostic X-ray images, forward images to the appropriate radiologist for overreads, maintain X-ray equipment, and follow safety standards.
  • Document appropriately in the medical record and support optimal patient flow.
  • Complete scheduled training, including safety, infection control, OSHA, CPR, electronic medical record, general compliance, harassment, and service training.
  • Clean, stock, and sterilize equipment and clean and prepare patient rooms for care delivery.
  • Deliver patient care consistent with policy and with regard for patient and employee safety and quality of care.
  • Use the electronic health record and manage patient flow through frequent communication with patients and families.
  • Perform other testing and care within the practice's scope, including spirometry or pulmonary function testing, patient vitals and BMI, electrocardiograms, vision and hearing tests, splinting, and general patient care under medical provider supervision.
  • Perform patient follow-up calls about laboratory tests, patient experience, and clinical results in accordance with policy.
  • Initiate care pathways in accordance with policy and perform X-rays according to medical provider orders.
  • Escort patients through the care process and assist with discharge, ensuring clarity for patients and family members.
  • Support new clinical and service initiatives and seek opportunities to improve care and the patient experience.
  • Support other team members during downtime or bottlenecks in patient processing.
  • Participate in basic computer and patient intake tasks at the front desk.
  • Support the medical provider in patient examination, testing, and education.

Desired Qualifications

  • Two years of medical office experience is preferred.

About the Company

MedStar Health

Not-for-profit health system delivering patient care

MedStar Health is a not-for-profit health system serving Maryland and the Washington, D.C. region, with hospitals, ambulatory and urgent care centers, and a health research institute. It delivers medical care through a network of facilities and care teams, supported by ongoing education and research to inform everyday practice. It stands out through its Georgetown University academic partnership, large regional network, and emphasis on patient experience, education, and research. Its goal is to improve regional health by providing high-quality medical care and advancing medicine through education and clinical excellence.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$29M
Headquarters
Columbia, MD
Founded
1999

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