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UPMC · 2 days ago

Diagnostic Technologist- Radiology (Full-Time)

Washington, PA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

UPMC is dedicated to advancing healthcare through diagnostic technology, and they are seeking a Diagnostic Technologist to play a crucial role in patient care. The role involves utilizing state-of-the-art equipment to provide accurate and timely diagnoses while ensuring patient safety and comfort during procedures.

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No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures

Reviews and documents patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data

Administers PO and rectal 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

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

Qualification

Radiologic TechnologyARRT CertificationBasic Life SupportDiagnostic ImagingPatient Interaction

Required

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

Technologist cannot work in an outpatient setting until ARRT has been obtained

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

Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

Technologist cannot work in an outpatient setting until ARRT has been obtained

ARRT Certificate

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