Radiologic Technologist Weirton WV

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.

Responsibilities

Work with Medical Providers and/or Medical Assistants in the examination and treatment of UPMC-GoHealth Urgent Care patients; Provide a variety of technical procedures and apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis; Perform and analyze patient x-rays and report results to Medical Providers; Provide administrative support to ensure efficient operation of UPMC-GoHealth Urgent Care Centers; 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; Inform technical staff of patient flow; Prepare patients for examination, including conducting interviews to verify patient information, record medical history, and confirm purpose of visit; Perform preliminary physical tests (blood pressure, weight, temperature, etc.) and escalate 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; Maintain medical records and scan charts to patient files; Conduct courtesy call-backs for patient follow-up on care; Perform and document daily controls and calibration of equipment; maintain Quality Assurance/Quality Control logs; troubleshoot equipment breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance, and submit repair tickets as needed; Collaborate with the ordering/treating Provider to determine which procedures or views will best assist in accurate diagnoses and treatment; Explain procedures to patients, ensure their comfort and safety, and answer their questions; Accurately position patients and equipment for optimal imaging results; Select proper ionizing factors to capture clear, high-quality diagnostic images; Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of X-ray equipment and manage necessary supplies; Adhere to strict radiation safety protocols and implement ALARA; Maintain accurate patient records and log completed procedures in electronic systems and/or logbooks; Verify image quality and ensure images are sent to radiologists for interpretation

Requirements

High School Diploma required; Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technologist program required; 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 required at time of hire (if applicable by state law); Knowledge of X-ray procedures and protocols; 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; Positioning patients properly for the X-ray procedure; Identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor; Following infection control and radiological safety procedures

Nice to have

Experience in a clinical setting preferred

Benefits

Monthly incentive pay based on performance metrics; Sign on bonus up to $10,000 (for eligible applicants); Ongoing referral bonus opportunities; Hands-on, immersive training and coaching program with classroom and shadowing days; Career mobility with different career paths including Training Coach, OSM, QA/QC RT, and Mobile RT with travel incentive; Onsite Managers focused on team member growth; Medical, Dental, Vision & more; 401(k) with company match; Generous PTO starting at 208 hours annually; Work Life Balance