Radiologic Technologist Full Time/Part Time/Per Diem

Mercy-GoHealth Urgent Care; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Medical, Dental, Vision & more

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO: starting at 208 hours

Job summary

UPMC-GoHealth Urgent Care in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic X-ray procedures and support clinicians across patient care activities. The role requires applying ionizing radiation safely and obtaining quality images.

You will collaborate with Medical Providers and Medical Assistants, maintain medical records, and ensure QA/QC for equipment. Required ARRT registration, state licensure, and BLS. Experience in a clinical setting preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technologist program required.
• ARRT registration required at time of hire.
• BLS certification required at time of hire.
• State licensure as Radiologic Technologist required at time of hire (if applicable).
• Clinical setting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Medical Providers and Medical Assistants to perform radiologic procedures.
• Apply x-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment for all ages.
• Position patients correctly and ensure safety during imaging.
• Maintain medical records and QA/QC logs for equipment and procedures.
• Provide patient care management and effective communication with team.

Skills

Collaborative care

Patient safety

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Graduate of Radiologic Technologist program

ARRT registration

BLS certification

State radiologic technologist licensure

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

$10,000.00 Sign on bonus for Full-Time roles

UPMC , the largest non-profit healthcare system in Pennsylvania, is widely recognized as one of the leading academic medical institutions in the world. GoHealth Urgent Care is the largest operator of urgent cares in the country. Together we operate urgent care centers across Pennsylvania and West Virginia. And we are in growth mode!

At UPMC-GoHealth Urgent Care , we place the needs of our patients first - by providing an effortless patient experience, a welcoming culture of care and seamless integration with market-leading health systems and our communities. We would love for you to become a member of our team!

Why you will love this team!

We are highly selective and proud to cultivate a leadership cadre and culture that exemplifies our core values. We build strong, high-performing teams, operate with a bias toward action, and maintain a relentless commitment to developing our people into master clinicians and exemplary leaders.

We also have QA/QC RT's who will be supporting your development and growth!

Why You'll Love This Role

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

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 and their growth

Benefits

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

What You'll Do For Our Patients

Collaborate with Medical Providers and Medical Assistants through a variety of tasks related to patient care management, organization and communication.

Exercise professional judgment to provide health care services, which include applying x-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment of patients in all age groups

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 test (blood pressure, weight, temperature, etc.) for vital signs and elevate critical cases to provider as needed.
• Conduct point of care testing as needed (i.e., flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, HCG); and provide patient information to provider.

Administrative

• Responsible for maintenance of medical records and scanning charts to patient files.
• Conduct courtesy call-backs for patient follow-up on care
• Follow operating instructions to perform and document daily controls and calibration of equipment; maintain Quality Assurance/Quality Control logs for equipment troubleshoot breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance, and submit repair tickets as needed

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