Radiologic Technologist Per Diem

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UPMCiswidely recognized asone of theleading academic medical institutions in the world.GoHealthUrgent Careis the largest operator of urgentcaresin the weoperateurgent care centers acrossPennsylvania and West Virginia.And we are in growth mode!

AtUPMC-GoHealthUrgent Carewe place the needs of our patientsfirst - by providing an effortless patient experience a welcoming cultureof care and seamless integration with market-leading health systems and ourcommunities. We would love for you to become a member of our team!

Why Youll 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 teams and focus on developing people into skilled clinicians and leaders.
• In addition to Onsite Managers we also have QA/QC Rad Techsand Training Coacheswho will be supporting your development and growth!

Why Youll Love This Role:

• Work Life Balance:
  • Flexible scheduling optionswe willwork with you tofindwhat fits your needs.
• Competitive Pay:
  • Performance bonusup to $600/month
  • Ongoingreferral bonusopportunities- get paid for each work anniversary of your referral!
• Training & Development:
  • Handsonimmersive training& coachingprogramwith classroom and shadowing days alongside peers
  • Career mobilityinthe radiologytechnologist field! Different career paths with us include Training Coach OSM and QA/QCRT as well asmobile RT with travel incentive.
  • Onsite Managers who arepassionate about supporting team members
• Benefits:
  • Medical Dental Vision & more
  • 401(k)with company match
  • GenerousPTO:starting at208 hoursannually

WhatYoullDoforOur Patients

• Collaborate with providers and medical assistants on patient care organization and communication.
• Use professional judgment to deliver imaging services applying Xray 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 variedyou arenot 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/orMedical Assistants with the examination and treatment ofUPMC-GoHealthUrgentCare patients. This roleis responsible forproviding a variety oftechnical procedures andapplyingprescribed ionizing radiation for radiologicdiagnosis for ourUPMC-GoHealthUrgent Care patients. This roleis responsibleforperforming and analyzing patient x-rays and reporting results toMedical include providingadministrative support to ensure efficient operation ofUPMC-GoHealthUrgentCare a collaborative manner the Radiologic Technologist willprovide support to Medical Providers MedicalAssistantsand patientsthrough a variety of tasks related to patient care managementorganizationand communication.

Job Requirements

Education

• High School Diplomarequired
• Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technologist programrequired

Work Experience

• Experience in a clinical setting preferred

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS)requiredat the time of hire obtainedthrough the American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA).
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)registrationrequiredat time of hire.
• State licensure as a Radiologic Technologist isrequiredat thetime 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 servicesfor patients by applying x-ray energy toassistin diagnosis or treatmentof patients in all age groups from newborn to elderly.
• Ensure patients are positioned correctly on or in front of equipmentand protected during use.
• Mayneed to push patient in a wheelchair
  

Patient Preparation and Rooming

• Inform technical staff of patient flow.
• Prepare patients for examination which includes conductinginterviews to verify patient information record medical history; confirmpurpose of visit.
• Perform preliminary physical tests (blood pressure weighttemperature etc.) for vital signs and escalate critical cases tothe provideras needed.
• Conduct point of care testing as needed (i.e. flu strep urinalysisECG HCG); and provide patient information toproviders.

Administrative

• Responsible for maintenance of medical records and scanning charts topatient files.
• Conduct courtesy call-backs for patient follow-up on care
• Follow operating instructions to perform and document daily controlsand calibration of equipment;maintainQuality Assurance/Quality Controllogs for equipment troubleshoot breakdowns perform preventive maintenanceandsubmitrepair tickets as needed

Other responsibilities include:

• Medical Team Support: Collaborate with the ordering/treating Provider todeterminewhich procedures or views will bestassistinaccuratediagnoses and clinic operations to keep the center running smoothly.
• Patient Care:Explaining procedures to patients ensuring their comfort and safety and answering their questions.
• Patient Positioning:Accurately positioning patients and equipment foroptimalimaging results.
• Image Production: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.
• Radiation Safety:Adhering to strict radiation safety protocols and implementing ALARA (as low asreasonably achievable) to minimize exposure to patients and staff.
• Documentation:Maintainingaccuratepatient records andlogging ofcompleted procedures in electronic systems and/or logbooks asrequired.
• Image Management:Verifying image quality and ensuring images are sent to radiologists for interpretation.

Knowledge:

1. Knowledge of X-ray procedures and protocols.

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

and patient movement.

3. Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology.

Skills:

1. Positioning patients properly for the X-ray procedurerequired.

problems and correcting or notifyingsupervisor.

3. Following infection control and radiological safety procedures.

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