Radiologic Technologist (Full-Time) - Jeannette

gohealthuc; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Monthly incentive pay

Training & coaching program

Generous PTO

401(k) with match

Job summary

gohealthuc is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging procedures, collaborate with providers and medical staff, and support patient care within our Urgent Care settings.

You will apply ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis, process patient paperwork, and assist with administrative tasks to ensure smooth clinic operations. BLS and ARRT certification are required at hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technologist program required.
• BLS and ARRT registration required at time of hire; state licensure as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with providers and medical assistants on patient care, organization, and communication.
• Use professional judgment to deliver imaging services for patients of all ages.
• Perform x-ray services under provider direction and ensure proper patient positioning.

Skills

X-ray procedures

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Graduate of Radiologic Technologist program

Job description

Why You'll Love This Team:

• We are highly committed to building a team and culture that truly reflects our core values.
• We build strong, high performing teams and focus on developing people into skilled clinicians and leaders.‑performing teams and focus on developing people into skilled clinicians and leaders.
• In addition to Onsite Managers, we also have QA/QC Rad Techs and Training Coaches who will be supporting your development and growth!

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Work Life Balance: Flexible scheduling options
• Competitive Pay: This position offers monthly incentive pay based on performance metrics
• Sign on bonus up to $10,000 (for eligible applicants.*)
• Ongoing referral bonus opportunities - get paid for each work anniversary of your referral!
• Training & Development: Hands on, immersive training & coaching program with classroom and shadowing days alongside peers
• Career mobility in the radiology technologist field! Different career paths with us include Training Coach, OSM, and QA/QC RT, as well as mobile RT with travel incentive.
• Onsite Managers who are passionate about supporting team members

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision & more
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO: starting at 208 hours annually

What You'll Do for Our Patients

• Collaborate with providers and medical assistants on patient care, organization, and communication.
• Use professional judgment to deliver imaging services, applying X-ray technology for patients of all ages.
• Perform Medical Assistant duties under a provider after training - a strong opportunity to expand your skill set!

What To Expect in a Day:

• Teleradiology reads all imaging
• Work is varied - You are not doing the same thing all day
• NO Fluoroscopy studies
• NO Operating room cases
• NO Unit portables
• NO on call or overnight shifts

Job Description

Summary The Radiologic Technologist (RT) works with Medical Providers and/or Medical Assistants with the examination and treatment of UPMC-GoHealth Urgent Care patients. This role is responsible for providing a variety of technical procedures and applying prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis for our UPMC-GoHealth Urgent Care patients. This role is responsible for performing and analyzing patient x-rays and reporting results to Medical Providers. Additional responsibilities include providing administrative support to ensure efficient operation of UPMC-GoHealth Urgent Care Centers. In a collaborative manner, the Radiologic Technologist will provide support to Medical Providers, Medical Assistants, and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management, organization, and communication.

Job Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma required
• Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technologist program required

Work Experience

• Experience in a clinical setting preferred

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required at the time of hire, obtained through the American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA).
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration required at time of hire.
• State licensure as a Radiologic Technologist is required at the time of hire (if applicable by state law).

Essential Functions

• Responsible for x-ray services as needed
• Under the direction of the clinical provider, perform x-ray services for patients by applying x-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment of patients in all age groups from newborn to elderly.
• Ensure patients are positioned correctly on or in front of equipment and protected during use.
• May need to push patient in a wheelchair

Patient Preparation and Rooming

• Inform technical staff of patient flow.
• Prepare patients for examination, which includes conducting interviews to verify patient information, record medical history; confirm purpose of visit.
• Perform preliminary physical tests (blood pressure, weight, temperature, etc.) for vital signs and elevate critical cases to the provider as needed.
• Conduct point of care testing as needed (i.e., flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, HCG); and provide patient information to providers.

Administrative

• Responsible for maintenance of medical records and scanning charts into patient files.
• Conduct courtesy call-backs for patient follow-up on care
• Follow operating instructions