Radiologic Technologist Full Time/Part Time/Per Diem

GoHealth Urgent Care • Erie, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist 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 care management, organization, and communication.

The technologist performs X-ray services for patients of all ages, prepares and rooms patients, conducts preliminary vital-sign checks and point-of-care testing as needed, maintains medical records, and supports clinic operations. The role includes equipment maintenance and quality assurance, image production and management, patient communication and safety, and adherence to radiation-safety protocols, including ALARA.

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 needed for X-ray testing, including body mechanics and patient movement.
• Knowledge of radiology equipment and common radiology 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 and apply X-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment of patients from newborn to elderly.
• Collaborate with providers to determine the procedures or views that will support accurate diagnosis and treatment.
• Position patients and equipment accurately, explain procedures, support patient comfort and safety, and answer patient questions.
• Select and adjust radiographic controls to produce clear, high-quality diagnostic images.
• Perform and analyze patient X-rays and report results to Medical Providers.
• Prepare patients for examinations by verifying patient 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, such as flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, and HCG tests, and provide patient information to the provider.
• 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.
• Perform routine X-ray equipment maintenance and cleaning and manage necessary supplies.
• Verify image quality and ensure images are sent to radiologists for interpretation.
• Follow infection-control and radiation-safety procedures, including ALARA practices.
• Support clinic operations and communicate patient flow to technical staff.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus up to $10,000 for eligible applicants in full-time roles.
• Monthly incentive pay based on performance metrics.
• Ongoing referral bonus opportunities.
• Hands-on training and development, including classroom training and shadowing.
• Career mobility, including potential paths as Training Coach, OSM, QA/QC RT, or Mobile RT with travel incentive.
• Medical, dental, vision, and other benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off starting at 208 hours annually.

What This Job Offers

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