Radiologic Technologist Mars PA

GoHealth Urgent Care - UCSF Health • Mars, PA

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About The Position

UPMC-GoHealth Urgent Care is hiring a Radiologic Technologist to support patient examinations and treatment at its urgent care centers. Working with Medical Providers and Medical Assistants, the RT performs technical procedures and applies prescribed ionizing radiation to produce radiologic images that assist with diagnosis and treatment. The role includes performing and analyzing patient X-rays, reporting results to Medical Providers, and providing administrative and patient-care support to help ensure efficient clinic operations.

The Radiologic Technologist supports patients of all ages, from newborns to elderly patients. The role also includes patient preparation and rooming, vital-sign checks, point-of-care testing as needed, maintaining medical records, and contributing to equipment quality assurance and maintenance. Hourly pay is $26.00–$34.00 based on years of experience. A sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 is available to eligible applicants in full-time roles; monthly incentive pay and referral bonuses are also offered.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Graduation from an approved Radiologic Technologist program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at time of hire through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration at time of hire.
• State licensure as a Radiologic Technologist at time of hire, if required by state law.
• Knowledge of X-ray procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology relevant to X-ray testing, body mechanics, and patient movement.
• Knowledge of radiology equipment and common safety hazards.
• Ability to position patients properly for X-ray procedures.
• Ability to identify equipment problems and correct them or notify a supervisor.
• Ability to follow infection-control and radiological-safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform X-ray services under the direction of a clinical provider for patients of all ages.
• Position patients and equipment appropriately and ensure patients are protected during imaging.
• Collaborate with ordering or treating providers to determine procedures or views that support accurate diagnosis and treatment.
• Explain procedures to patients, support their comfort and safety, and answer their questions.
• Prepare and room patients, verify patient information, record medical history, confirm the purpose of the visit, and perform preliminary vital-sign checks.
• Escalate critical cases to a provider as needed and conduct point-of-care tests such as flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, and HCG testing as needed.
• Select and adjust radiographic controls to produce clear, high-quality diagnostic images.
• Verify image quality and ensure images are sent to radiologists for interpretation.
• Maintain accurate patient records, scan charts to patient files, and log completed procedures in electronic systems or logbooks as required.
• Conduct courtesy follow-up calls to patients.
• Perform and document daily equipment controls and calibration, and maintain quality assurance and quality control logs.
• Clean and routinely maintain X-ray equipment, manage necessary supplies, troubleshoot breakdowns, and submit repair tickets as needed.
• Follow infection-control and radiation-safety procedures, including ALARA practices.
• Support clinic operations and communicate with Medical Providers, Medical Assistants, technical staff, and patients.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus other benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off starting at 208 hours annually.
• Monthly incentive pay based on performance metrics.
• Sign-on bonus up to $10,000 for eligible applicants in full-time roles.
• Ongoing referral bonus opportunities.
• Hands-on training and coaching program, including classroom and shadowing days.
• Career mobility and development opportunities, including Training Coach, OSM, QA/QC RT, and Mobile RT roles; Mobile RT roles include a travel incentive.
• Onsite managers who support team members and their growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED