Radiology Technologist
Company: MedStar Health
Location: Edgewood
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
About this Job: General Summary of Position MedStar Ambulatory
Services is committed to providing world-class compassionate care
to every patient every time at every touch point. All associates
are accountable for their role in meeting patient experience
standards. Performs clinical and administrative duties in the
MedStar Ambulatory Services Settings consistent with policies &
procedures. Works under the supervision of a physician and performs
patient triage care pathways venipuncture laboratory testing and
patient follow up. Clinical Care Specialists (CCSs) certified as
Radiologic Technologists also perform and transmit X-ray diagnostic
images. This position documents as appropriate in the medical
record and supports optimal patient flow. Primary Duties and
Responsibilities Contributes to the achievement of established
department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies
procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with
governmental and accreditation regulations. Performs x-ray in
accordance with medical provider orders. Acquires ordered images
including evaluating these images for technical quality. Sends
images to appropriate destinations for interpretation and repeats
images as needed. Comprehends equipment and procedures for all
specialists working within the facility. Calls in refill
prescription medications for patients after physician approval and
documentation; completes requisitions for tests (if applicable).
Supports the physician in patient examination testing and
education. Contributes to the achievement of established department
goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures
quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental
and accreditation regulations. Maintains individual credentials for
radiography. Transports patients to radiographic room. Prepares and
maintains room. Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work
areas. Reports any unsafe or potentially unsafe conditions. Manages
patient flow with consistent and frequent communication with
patients/ families as well genuine regard for their time and
comfort. Monitors that the equipment is in proper working order and
reports system problems in a timely manner. Cleans stocks and
sterilizes equipment; Cleans and prepares patient rooms for care
delivery. Discards outdated drugs from medications cabinet.
Performs annual reporting to include protective device survey (all
lead aprons inspected with fluoro) and repeat analysis for
diagnostic imaging. Performs multifunctional skills other testing
and care consistent with the scope of practice including but not
limited to spirometry/PFTs patient vitals and BMI EKGs vision and
hearing testing splinting tuberculosis skin testing pregnancy
testing urinalysis venipuncture finger sticks on adults and heel
sticks on infants microbiology (Streptococcal testing and cultures)
and general patient care under the supervision of the physician.
Removes sutures/staples with provider written order after exam.
Prepares as required by the profession and the department such
written documentation as evaluation results individualized
treatment plans and progress reports. Promotes an atmosphere of
respect towards patients families vendors employers and co-workers.
Acts and communicates professionally at all times. Provides care
consistent with MedStar's mission vision and values and in a manner
that engenders patient confidence and loyalty by exceeding
expectations. Acts as a mentor for the clinical staff; leads by
example and fosters staff development. Serves as a patient advocate
throughout the care process and assist in patient discharge
assuring clarity for the patient or family member(s). Supports
other members of the clinic team during downtime and when patient
bottlenecks occur assuring optimal patient flow; manages variable
and unpredictable patient volume throughout the work day. Provides
telephone triage services as needed. Performs patient follow up
calls and profession communication or lab tests and clinical
results in accordance with policy. Under physician supervision
prepares and administers oral medications and injections limited to
intradermal subcutaneous and intramuscular after demonstrating
competency to Clinical Professional Development Specialist or
designee. Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service
improvement teams. Minimal Qualifications Education High School
Diploma or GED required and Completion of an approved R.T. Program
required and Associate's degree preferred and Completion of an
approved M.A. program preferred Experience Externship in a medical
or ambulatory health setting required and 1-2 years 2 years of
medical office experience; experience working with electronic
medical records preferred Licenses and Certifications ARRT ARRT
(American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification
required and American Board of Radiology - ABR Radiology
Technologist license in the State of Maryland required and
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)-AAMA In addition to ARRT a CMA
(Certified Medical Assistant) by American Association of Medical
Assistants preferred or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)-American
Medical Technologists RMA (Registered Medical Assistant) through
American Medical Technologies preferred CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary
Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from
either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross
within 90 Days required and Additional unit/specialty
certifications may vary by department or business unit. Knowledge
Skills and Abilities Clinical competency as verified during the
initial 90 day orientation period and annually thereafter.
Excellent customer service/patient interaction skills; computers
and electronic medical record skills and ability to function in a
variable multi-specialty clinical setting. Excellent verbal and
written communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain
effective working relationships. Ability to multitask and work with
several physicians in different specialties. Ability to maintain a
work pace appropriate to the workload. This position has a hiring
range of : USD $29.73 - USD $53.49 /Hr.
Keywords: MedStar Health, Baltimore , Radiology Technologist, Healthcare , Edgewood, Maryland