Radiologic Technologist - New Grad Bridge Program

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. ChristianaCare, one of the nation's leading health care providers, and GoHealth Urgent Care, an on-demand consumer-centric care company, operate urgent care centers across the Delaware/Maryland area. At ChristianaCare-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.

About Our New Grad Bridge Program

Recently graduated from an accredited Radiologic Technology program and waiting on state licensure? Start your career with us now. At ChristianaCare-GoHealth Urgent Care, we are committed to developing the next generation of healthcare professionals through our Radiologic Technologist, New Grad Bridge Program. This unique opportunity is designed for recent graduates who have completed their RT program and are awaiting full state licensure.

As a participant, you'll gain valuable hands-on healthcare experience by:

• Learning day-to-day center operations and patient care workflows
• Training alongside experienced clinical team members
• Shadowing licensed Radiologic Technologists
• Developing skills in a Medical Assistant capacity while completing licensure requirements
• Building relationships and establishing your career in urgent care before stepping into your RT role

Once your state licensure is validated, you'll be eligible to transition into a Radiologic Technologist position, complete with:

• Increased Rad Tech compensation
• Eligibility for our Radiologic Technologist sign-on bonus at the time of transition to Radiologic Technologist
• Expanded clinical responsibilities
• Ongoing career growth opportunities

This is more than a job. It's an opportunity to launch your Radiology career with a supportive team that is invested in your success from day one.

Pay

Hourly Rate: Starting rate of $22/hr, eligible for increase to $29.50–$40.00 depending on years of experience following receipt of all necessary licenses and transition to Radiologic Technologist role. Ongoing referral bonus and monthly volume/NPS bonus opportunities.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision & more
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO: starting at 208 hours annually

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Medical Providers and Medical Assistants through a variety of tasks related to patient care management, organization, and communication
• Exercise professional judgment to provide health care services, which include shadowing current radiologic technologists
• Observe radiographic examinations and participate in structured training designed to prepare for independent Radiologic Technologist responsibilities upon licensure
• Perform patient x-rays and report results to Medical Providers for analysis, diagnosis, and treatment
• Provide administrative support to ensure efficient operation of ChristianaCare-GoHealth Urgent Care Centers
• Conduct patient registration, including 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
• Prepare patients for examination, including conducting interviews to verify patient information, record medical history, confirm purpose of visit, and perform preliminary physical tests (blood pressure, weight, temperature, etc.) for vital signs
• Escalate critical cases to provider as needed
• Conduct point of care testing as needed (e.g., flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, HCG) and provide patient information to provider
• Stock supplies and maintain exam rooms, front desk, and reception area; ensure providers have medical supplies needed
• Complete order sheets to maintain supply inventory levels; regularly check expiration dates on supplies
• Maintain medical records and scan 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
• Perform opening and closing duties, including 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

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program required
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• CPOE must be obtained within 2 weeks of hire if Medical Assistant Certification is not obtained upon hire or if the candidate does not have an active Medical Assistant Certification
• Experience in a clinical setting preferred
• 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 within 90 days of start date
• Applicable state licensure as a Radiologic Technologist required within 90 days of start date

Skills

• Knowledge of X-ray procedures and protocols
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform X-ray testing, including body mechanics and patient movement
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Social perceptiveness and service-oriented
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Proficiency in MS Office and patient management software

Training & Development

• Hands-on, immersive training & coaching program with classroom and shadowing days alongside peers
• Career mobility in the X-ray field, including paths to Mobile, Float, Training Coach, Manager, and QA/QC roles
• Onsite Managers who are passionate about supporting team members and their growth