Radiologic Technologist Part Time Ross Township

GoHealth Urgent Care • Ross Township, PA

19d • $26 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist works with Medical Providers and/or Medical Assistants to examine and treat patients at UPMC-GoHealth Urgent Care. 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 position includes performing x-ray services for patients of all ages, from newborn to elderly; preparing and rooming patients; collecting vital signs and conducting point-of-care tests as needed; maintaining medical records and equipment; and supporting efficient clinic operations. The technologist explains procedures, helps ensure patient comfort and safety, positions patients and equipment, produces and verifies diagnostic images, follows radiation-safety practices, and documents completed procedures.

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 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 of all ages under the direction of a clinical provider.
• Position patients and equipment correctly to produce high-quality images and protect patients during imaging.
• Collaborate with providers to determine procedures or views that support accurate diagnosis and treatment.
• Prepare and room patients by verifying information, recording medical history, confirming the purpose of visits, and communicating patient flow to technical staff.
• Perform preliminary physical tests, including vital signs, and escalate critical cases to a provider as needed.
• Conduct point-of-care testing as needed, including flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, and HCG testing, and provide information to providers.
• Maintain medical records, scan charts to patient files, and document procedures in electronic systems or logbooks.
• Conduct courtesy follow-up calls to patients.
• Perform and document daily equipment controls and calibration, maintain QA/QC logs, troubleshoot breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance, and submit repair tickets as needed.
• Explain procedures to patients, ensure their comfort and safety, and answer questions.
• Select and set radiographic controls and ionizing factors to capture clear diagnostic images.
• Clean and maintain X-ray equipment and manage necessary supplies.
• Follow radiation-safety protocols, including ALARA, and infection-control procedures.
• Verify image quality and ensure images are sent to radiologists for interpretation.
• Support clinic operations and collaborate with Medical Providers, Medical Assistants, and patients.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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