Radiologic Technologist
upmc-gohealth urgent care
📍 johnstown - johnstown pennsylvania united states🕐 24d ago🔗 workday
Job Description
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._
**UPMC** is widely recognized as one of the leading academic medical institutions in the world. **GoHealth Urgent Care** is the largest operator of urgent cares in the country. Together we operate urgent care centers across Pennsylvania and West Virginia. **And we are in growth mode!**
At **UPMC-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. We would love for you to become a member of our team!
Why You’ll Love This Team:
* We are highly committed to building a team and culture that truly reflects our core values.
* We build strong, high performing teams and focus on developing people into skilled clinicians and leaders.‑performing teams and focus on developing people into skilled clinicians and leaders.
* In addition to Onsite Managers, we also have QA/QC Rad Techs and Training Coaches who will be supporting your development and growth!
Why You’ll Love This Role:
* **Work Life Balance:**
* _Flexible scheduling options_
* **Competitive Pay:**
* This position offers monthly incentive pay based on performance metrics
* Sign on bonus up to $10,000 (for eligible applicants.\*)
* Ongoing referral bonus opportunities - get paid for each work anniversary of your referral!
* **Training & Development:**
* Hands on, immersive training & coaching program with classroom and shadowing days alongside peers
* Career mobility in the radiology technologist field! Different career paths with us include Training Coach, OSM, and QA/QC RT, as well as mobile RT with travel incentive.
* Onsite Managers who are passionate about supporting team members
* **Benefits:**
* Medical, Dental, Vision & more
* 401(k) with company match
* Generous PTO: starting at 208 hours annually
What You’ll Do for Our Patients
* Collaborate with providers and medical assistants on patient care, organization, and communication.
* Use professional judgment to deliver imaging services, applying X‑ray technology for patients of all ages.
* Perform Medical Assistant duties under a provider after training — a strong opportunity to expand your skill set!
What To Expect in a Day:
* Teleradiology reads all imaging
* Work is varied — You are not doing the same thing all day
* NO Fluoroscopy studies
* NO Operating room cases
* NO Unit portables
* NO on call or overnight shifts
Job Description
**Summary**
The Radiologic Technologist (RT) works with Medical Providers and/or Medical Assistants with the examination and treatment of UPMC-GoHealth Urgent Care patients. This role is responsible for providing a variety of technical procedures and applying prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis for our UPMC-GoHealth Urgent Care patients. This role is responsible for performing and analyzing patient x-rays and reporting results to Medical Providers. Additional responsibilities include providing administrative support to ensure efficient operation of UPMC-GoHealth Urgent Care Centers. In a collaborative manner, the Radiologic Technologist will provide support to Medical Providers, Medical Assistants, and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management, organization, and communication.
Job Requirements
**Education**
* High School Diploma required
* Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technologist program required
**Work Experience**
* Experience in a clinical setting preferred
**Required Licenses/Certifications**
* 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 at time of hire.
* State licensure as a Radiologic Technologist is required at the time of hire (if applicable by state law).
**Essential Functions**
* Responsible for x-ray services as needed
* Under the direction of the clinical provider, perform x-ray services for patients by applying x-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment of patients in all age groups from newborn to elderly.
* Ensure patients are positioned correctly on or in front of equipment and protected during use.
* May need to push patient in a wheelchair
**Patient Preparation and Rooming**
* Inform technical staff of patient flow.
* Prepare patients for examination, which includes conducting interviews to verify patient information, record medical history; confirm purpose of visit.
* Perform preliminary physical tests (blood pressure, weight, temperature, etc.) for vital signs and escalate critical cases to the provider as needed.
* Conduct point of care testing as needed (i.e., flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, HCG); and provide patient information to providers.
**Administrative**
* Responsible for maintenance of medical records and scanning charts to patient files.
* Conduct courtesy call-backs for patient follow-up on care
* 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
Other responsibilities include:
* **Medical Team Support**: Collaborate with the ordering/treating Provider to determine which procedures or views will best assist in accurate diagnoses and treatment. Support clinic operations to keep the center running smoothly.
* **Patient Care:** Explaining procedures to patients, ensuring their comfort and safety, and answering their questions.
* **Patient Positioning:** Accurately positioning patients and equipment for optimal imaging results.
* **Image Production:** Selecting proper ionizing factors by adjusting/setting radiographic controls to capture clear, high-quality diagnostic images
* **Equipment Maintenance:** Performing routine maintenance, cleaning of X-ray equipment, and managing necessary supplies.
* **Radiation Safety:** Adhering to strict radiation safety protocols and implementing ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) to minimize exposure to patients and staff.
* **Documentation:** Maintaining accurate patient records and logging of completed procedures in electronic systems and/or logbooks as required.
* **Image Management:** Verifying image quality and ensuring images are sent to radiologists for interpretation.
**Knowledge:**
1\. Knowledge of X-ray procedures and protocols.
2\. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform X-ray testing including body mechanics
and patient movement.
3\. Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology.
**Skills:**
1\. Positioning patients properly for the X-ray procedure required.
2. Identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor.
3\. Following infection control and radiological safety procedures.
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