Radiologic Technologist

GoHealth Urgent Care • Washington, PA

7d • 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, including performing and analyzing patient X-rays and reporting results to medical providers. It also provides administrative support and collaborates with providers, medical assistants, and patients on care management, organization, and communication. The position may include performing Medical Assistant duties under a provider after training.

The role provides X-ray services for patients from newborns to older adults, prepares and positions patients, helps ensure their comfort and safety, and produces diagnostic images. Additional duties include patient rooming and vital signs, point-of-care tests, maintaining patient records, equipment maintenance and quality-control documentation, and supporting clinic operations. Imaging is read through teleradiology. The job does not involve fluoroscopy, operating-room cases, unit portables, on-call duties, or overnight shifts.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technologist program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at the time of hire through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration at the time of hire.
• State licensure as a Radiologic Technologist at the time of hire, if applicable 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 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 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform X-ray services and apply X-ray energy to support diagnosis or treatment for patients of all ages.
• Collaborate with providers to determine appropriate procedures or views for diagnosis and treatment.
• Position patients and equipment accurately, explain procedures, and protect patients during imaging.
• Adjust radiographic controls to produce clear diagnostic images and verify image quality before sending images for interpretation.
• Prepare and room patients, verify patient information and medical history, and confirm the purpose of visits.
• Perform preliminary physical tests, including blood pressure, weight, and temperature, and escalate critical cases to providers as needed.
• Conduct point-of-care testing as needed, such as flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, and HCG testing, and provide relevant information to providers.
• Maintain medical records, scan charts to patient files, and document completed 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.
• Clean and maintain X-ray equipment and manage necessary supplies.
• Follow infection-control and radiation-safety protocols, including ALARA practices.
• Support clinic operations and collaborate with providers and medical assistants on patient care, organization, and communication.
• Perform Medical Assistant duties under a provider after training.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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