Radiologic Technologist - Greensburg, Jeannette, Latrobe, N. Huntingdon

GoHealth Urgent Care•North Huntingdon Township, PA

36d•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC-GoHealth Urgent Care is seeking a dedicated Radiologic Technologist to join their growing team. This role involves providing essential imaging services to patients of all ages, collaborating with healthcare providers, and performing Medical Assistant duties. The company emphasizes a strong team culture, professional development, and work-life balance, offering flexible scheduling and opportunities for career advancement within the radiology field.

Requirements

High School Diploma required
Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technologist program required
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).
Knowledge of X-ray procedures and protocols.
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform X-ray testing including body mechanics and patient movement.
Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology.
Positioning patients properly for the X-ray procedure required.
Identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor.
Following infection control and radiological safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a clinical setting preferred

Responsibilities

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.
Provide a variety of technical procedures and apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis.
Perform and analyze patient x-rays and report results to Medical Providers.
Provide administrative support to ensure efficient operation of UPMC-GoHealth Urgent Care Centers.
Prepare patients for examination, including conducting interviews to verify patient information and record medical history.
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.
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.
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.
Explaining procedures to patients, ensuring their comfort and safety, and answering their questions.
Accurately positioning patients and equipment for optimal imaging results.
Selecting proper ionizing factors by adjusting/setting radiographic controls to capture clear, high-quality diagnostic images.
Performing routine maintenance, cleaning of X-ray equipment, and managing necessary supplies.
Adhering to strict radiation safety protocols and implementing ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) to minimize exposure to patients and staff.
Maintaining accurate patient records and logging of completed procedures in electronic systems and/or logbooks as required.
Verifying image quality and ensuring images are sent to radiologists for interpretation.