Radiologic Technologist

GoHealth Urgent Care - UCSF Health • Mechanicsburg, PA

20d • 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 to support radiologic diagnosis, performs and analyzes patient X-rays, and reports results to Medical Providers. The position also provides administrative support for efficient center operations and collaborates with providers, medical assistants, and patients on care management, organization, and communication.

The role includes X-ray services for patients of all ages, from newborns to older adults, as well as patient preparation and rooming, vital signs and point-of-care testing, patient follow-up, medical record maintenance, equipment controls and calibration, quality assurance documentation, routine equipment maintenance, and support for clinic operations. Medical Assistant duties are performed under a provider after training.

Imaging is read through teleradiology. The position does not involve fluoroscopy studies, operating room cases, unit portables, on-call work, or overnight shifts. The employer offers flexible scheduling options, hands-on training and coaching, monthly performance-based incentive pay, and potential career paths in training, management, quality assurance, or mobile radiology.

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.
• 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.
• Knowledge of X-ray procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary for X-ray testing, including body mechanics and patient movement.
• Knowledge of radiology equipment and common safety hazards.

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 accurately, protect patients during imaging, and select radiographic controls to produce diagnostic images.
• Collaborate with providers to determine procedures or views that support accurate diagnosis and treatment.
• Explain procedures to patients, support their comfort and safety, and answer questions.
• Prepare and room patients, verify patient information, record medical history, and confirm the purpose of visits.
• Perform preliminary physical tests, including blood pressure, weight, and temperature, and escalate critical cases to a provider as needed.
• Conduct point-of-care tests as needed, such as flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, and HCG testing, and provide information to providers.
• Support patient flow and clinic operations, including collaborating with Medical Providers and Medical Assistants.
• 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 quality assurance and quality control logs.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, perform preventive maintenance and cleaning, manage supplies, and submit repair tickets as needed.
• Follow infection control and radiation safety protocols, including ALARA practices.
• Verify image quality and ensure images are sent to radiologists for interpretation.
• Perform Medical Assistant duties under a provider after training.

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.
• Referral bonus opportunities paid for each work anniversary of a referred employee.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Hands-on immersive training and coaching, including classroom and peer-shadowing days.
• Career mobility opportunities, including Training Coach, Onsite Manager, QA/QC Radiologic Technologist, and mobile Radiologic Technologist roles with travel incentive.

What This Job Offers

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