Diagnostic Radiographer - Radiology - Full Time -

Radiologic Technologist (RT)

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

Hourly rate: $26.00 - $34.00 based on years of experience

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

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.

Medical, Dental, Vision & more

~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

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.

High School Diploma required

Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technologist program required

Work Experience

~ 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).

Ensure patients are positioned correctly on or in front of equipment and protected during use.

Prepare patients for examination, which includes conducting interviews to verify patient information, record medical history; Conduct point of care testing as needed (i.e., Administrative

Responsible for maintenance of medical records and scanning charts to patient files.

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

Medical Team Support: Collaborate with the ordering/treating Provider to determine which procedures or views will best assist in accurate diagnoses and treatment. Support clinic operations to keep the center running smoothly.

Accurately positioning patients and equipment for optimal imaging results.

Selecting proper ionizing factors by adjusting/setting radiographic controls to capture clear, high-quality diagnostic images

Equipment Maintenance: Performing routine maintenance, cleaning of X-ray equipment, and managing necessary supplies.

Verifying image quality and ensuring images are sent to radiologists for interpretation.

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform X-ray testing including body mechanics and patient movement.

Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology.

Identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor.

Following infection control and radiological safety procedures.

*Applicants must meet certain criteria to qualify for Sign On Bonus. GoHealth Urgent Care