Diagnostic Technologist at UPMC

Somerset, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Diagnostic Radiography, Independent Judgment, Ionizing Radiation, Patient Identification, Universal Protocol, Patient History Review, Electronic Records Documentation, Contrast Administration, Exam Coding, Data Acquisition, Data Analysis, Complex Imaging Equipment, Patient Communication, Radiation Safety, ARRT Registry, Basic Life Support

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

UPMC Somerset is seeking a Diagnostic Technologist to join their team of life-changers! This position will work varying shifts including some evenings and weekends. As a Diagnostic Technologist, you'll perform imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. UPMC is excited to offer a generous sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 with a 2-year commitment. Responsibilities: Identify patients using two identifiers and follow universal protocol for procedures. Review patient history and physician orders, applying departmental protocols. Document patient history in electronic records as needed. Administer PO and rectal contrast per physician orders and department policy. Ensure exams are coded, tracked, networked to ISITE, and charges entered. Perform diagnostic radiography procedures independently using established protocols. Use complex imaging equipment for data acquisition, analysis, and documentation. Interact with patients and co-workers with care, respect, and teamwork. Perform technical procedures with independent judgment and appropriate radiation use. Communicate instructions clearly to patients, explaining procedures to ease their fears. Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology or verification from ARRT approved school of completion of program and scheduled graduation date. Technologists hired before graduation will have indirect supervision by an ARRT certified diagnostic technologist until the degree is verified. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: ARRT Registry eligible as a Radiologic Technologist. Must obtain radiography registry within 6 months of hire date ARRT Certificate ARRT Radiography Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

The Diagnostic Technologist will perform imaging procedures independently, requiring technical skill and independent judgment to apply ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. Responsibilities include patient identification, reviewing history, administering contrast, documenting in electronic records, and ensuring exams are coded and tracked.