Radiology Diagnostic Technologist (Flex Full-Time)

at  UPMC

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN GROWING YOUR CAREER WHILE MAKING A DIRECT, MEANINGFUL IMPACT ON PATIENT CARE? JOIN THE UPMC IMAGING PROFESSIONAL TEAM AT A TOP 10 NATIONAL PEDIATRIC HOSPITAL!

UPMC Children’s Hospital is hiring a flex full-time Radiology Technologist/Radiology Technologist Advanced to join their Diagnostic Radiology team!
We are offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus for a 2-year work commitment! Candidates with more than 1 year of experience are eligible for a $15,000 sign-on bonus for a 2-year work commitment, as well!
The Radiology Diagnostic Technologist will work a rotating schedule of all shifts, which will include on-call, weekend, and holiday hours. Additionally, there will be some travel to Children’s satellite and express care locations up to 10% of the time.
The Radiology Diagnostic Tech performs imaging procedures at a technical level, not requiring constant supervision. This role competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes.

TECHNOLOGIST RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures.
• Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data.
• Documents patient history in electronic record, as required.
• Administers PO and contrast per physician orders/department policy.
• Ensures all exams within his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through RIS system, all exams are properly networked to ISITE for archiving and interpretation, and all charges are adequately entered for the exams performed.
• Performs diagnostic radiography procedures utilizing established protocols/procedures without requiring constant supervision.
• Utilizes complex imaging equipment for the acquisition, analysis, manipulation, and documentation of image data and completes procedures according to protocol.
• Demonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity, and respect.
• Displays the ability to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.
• Performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgement to adjust protocols and shows initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation appropriately for diagnostic radiography purposes.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patient’s fears and solicit their cooperation.

TECHNOLOGIST ADVANCED RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs or assists Clinical Specialist in performing QA, regulatory testing, and other technical and research initiatives.
• Performs all job responsibilities of Diagnostic Tech I.
• Demonstrates competency of specialty equipment (O.R., Fluoro Procedures, etc.) and analyzes data promptly.
• Performs electrocardiograms and lab draw functions, if applicable.
• Monitors quality control activities and demonstrates advanced level of knowledge in Diagnostic Imaging by providing patient care as defined by the most up to date protocols and procedures.
• Demonstrates the ability to function independently, and is able to cover off shifts, on-call responsibilities, and perform services at satellite facilities, where applicable, while continually communicating with lead and management team.
• Participates in standardization activities with system-level workgroups.
• Works directly with Radiologists regarding protocol development.
• Assists with the training of staff and student technologists.