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Urgent Team

X Ray Technologist

Urgent Team, Fort Smith, Arkansas, us, 72917

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Baptist Health Urgent Care is looking for dedicated and compassionate ARRT Radiology or Limited License X‑Ray Techs to join our dynamic healthcare team in Fort Smith, AR.

About Baptist Health Urgent Care:

Baptist Health Urgent Care, now with 23 locations in Arkansas, is an affiliate of Urgent Team, one of the largest independent operators of urgent and family care centers in the Southeast. The Urgent Team Family of Centers provides quality and affordable family healthcare at more than 80 locations under eight brands. Baptist Health Urgent Care’s convenient, walk‑in centers provide a range of healthcare services including treatments for injuries and illnesses, occupational health and wellness care. The centers are open seven days a week: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sunday, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Please note, our Fort Smith‑Northside location is open on Saturday and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. All centers are Accredited Care Centers – a designation from the Urgent Care Association recognizing the company’s commitment to safety, quality, and scope of services.

Job Summary This position will perform x‑ray testing including body mechanics and patient movement using knowledge of anatomy and physiology. The technologist operates diagnostic equipment, develops film, prepares the room with the necessary equipment and supplies for the procedure, and performs Medical Assistant duties. Full‑time team members work a rotating 36‑40 hour week schedule, consisting of 12‑hour weekday shifts and every‑other weekend. Our per‑diem team members are scheduled on an as‑needed basis.

Key Responsibilities

Promptly greets patients when entering waiting area, exam room, and laboratory or x‑ray room

Consistently communicates with patients on wait times; provides direction to the next step in the treatment process

Provides solutions to patient problems and recognizes and seeks help in emergent/hazardous situations

Executes follow‑up calls with a sense of urgency

Assists front desk personnel with patient check‑in/out procedures when necessary

Obtains and accurately documents patient vital signs and weight, takes brief history, past medical, family and social history, current medications, allergies and other pertinent historical information as appropriate

Assists with patient transfers

Assists with procedures directly supervised by the provider

Follows documentation procedures and completes required documentation related to patient visit

Performs timely radiology procedures for subsequent evaluation and treatment by attending physician

Performs necessary quality control procedures to ensure quality exams are performed

Prepares patients for radiologic procedures and follows established clinical and regulatory procedures regarding patient safety and care; including proper radiation protection and shielding techniques

Ensures that equipment is in proper working order and reports any malfunctions to the manager or provider on duty

Assumes responsibility for maintaining and improving diagnostic imaging knowledge and skills with the support and assistance of outside educational resources

Maintains current licensure and certification for the facility radiology equipment and licensure

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS Certification

AR State X‑Ray License

ARRT Certification preferred

Experience as a Medical Assistant preferred

Full‑time Benefits

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental, and Vision Options

Retirement savings plans

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

and MORE!

Per‑Shift Benefits

Competitive Salary

401(k) plan with company contribution

No‑Cost Office Visits and generous discounts on some billable services

Employment Type: Full Time

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