Radiologic Technologist

GoHealth Urgent Care • Carlisle, PA

21d • Onsite

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist (RT) works with Medical Providers and/or Medical Assistants to examine and treat UPMC-GoHealth Urgent Care patients. The role performs technical procedures and applies prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis, performs and analyzes patient X-rays, and reports results to Medical Providers. It also provides administrative support and collaborates with providers, medical assistants, and patients on patient care management, organization, and communication.

The RT provides X-ray services for patients of all ages, prepares and positions patients, produces diagnostic images, and follows radiation-safety protocols. After training, the role may also perform Medical Assistant duties. Imaging is read through teleradiology. The position does not involve fluoroscopy, operating-room cases, unit portables, on-call duty, or overnight shifts.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Graduation from an approved Radiologic Technologist program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at time of hire, obtained 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 applicable by state law.
• Knowledge of X-ray procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, body mechanics, and patient movement needed to perform X-ray testing.
• Knowledge of radiology equipment and common radiology safety hazards.
• Ability to position patients properly for required 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 and apply X-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment for patients of all ages, under the direction of a clinical provider.
• Collaborate with providers and medical assistants on patient care, organization, communication, and clinic operations.
• Determine with the ordering or treating provider which procedures or views will best support diagnosis and treatment.
• Explain procedures, answer patient questions, and help ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Position patients and equipment accurately to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.
• Adjust radiographic controls and select appropriate ionizing factors to produce clear images.
• Ensure patients are protected during imaging and follow radiation-safety protocols, including ALARA.
• Prepare and room patients by verifying information, recording medical history, and confirming the purpose of the visit.
• Perform preliminary physical tests, including blood pressure, weight, and temperature, and escalate critical cases to a provider as needed.
• Conduct point-of-care testing as needed, including flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, and HCG tests, and provide information to providers.
• Maintain medical records, scan charts to patient files, and document procedures in electronic systems or logbooks.
• Conduct courtesy call-backs for patient follow-up on care.
• Perform and document daily equipment controls and calibration; maintain QA/QC logs, troubleshoot breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance, and submit repair tickets as needed.
• Clean and routinely maintain X-ray equipment and manage necessary supplies.
• Verify image quality and ensure images are sent to radiologists for interpretation.
• Inform technical staff of patient flow and support smooth clinic operations.
• Perform Medical Assistant duties under a provider after training.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling options.
• Monthly incentive pay based on performance metrics.
• Sign-on bonus up to $10,000 for eligible applicants.
• Ongoing referral bonus opportunities, with payment for each work anniversary of a referral.
• Hands-on training and coaching, including classroom and shadowing days.
• Career mobility opportunities, including Training Coach, OSM, QA/QC RT, and mobile RT roles with travel incentive.
• Medical, dental, vision, and other benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• PTO starting at 208 hours annually.

What This Job Offers

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