Upmc Passavant ยท 4 months ago
Diagnostic Technologist
Cranberry Township, PA
Contract
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelUpmc Passavant is a healthcare organization seeking a Diagnostic Technologist to perform imaging procedures independently. The role involves patient identification, contrast administration, performing diagnostic radiography, and effective communication with patients and team members.
Hospital & Health Care
No H1B
Security Clearance Required
Responsibilities
Accurately identify patients using two identifiers and adhere to universal protocols during procedures
Review patient history and assess physician orders, following departmental protocols for optimal data acquisition
Document patient history in electronic records as required
Administer oral (PO) and rectal contrast as per physician orders and department policies
Ensure proper coding and tracking of exams within your area of responsibility using the RIS system
Network all exams to ISITE for archiving and interpretation, and enter charges appropriately
Perform diagnostic radiography procedures using established protocols without constant supervision
Operate complex imaging equipment, acquire, analyze, manipulate, and document image data according to protocol
Interact effectively with patients and co-workers, demonstrating empathy, respect, and active listening
Collaborate as a team member within the department and across other departments to expedite patient care
Adjust protocols based on independent judgment to apply ionizing radiation appropriately
Clearly communicate instructions to patients, allaying fears and ensuring cooperation during procedures
Qualification
Required
Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology or verification from ARRT approved school of completion of program and scheduled graduation date
ARRT Registry eligible as a Radiologic Technologist
Must obtain radiography registry within 6 months of hire date as of January 1, 2025
Diagnostic Technologists hired prior to January 1, 2025, will need to obtain their registry within 12 months of hire/transfer date
CPR or BLS Required
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
ARRT Certificate
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
Act 33 with renewal
Act 34 with renewal
Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
Benefits
Generous Sign-On Bonus: $10,000 and 2-year commitment (Part-Time will receive 1/2)
Company
Upmc Passavant
The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center is a $23 billion integrated global nonprofit health enterprise that has 92,000 employees, 40 hospitals with more than 8,000 licensed bed
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Susan Hoolahan
Chief Nursing Officer,Vice President Operations,Vice President Patient Care
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