Diagnostic Technologist

Job 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.

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• Identify patients using two identifiers and follow universal protocol for procedures.
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• Review patient history and physician orders, applying departmental protocols.
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• Document patient history in electronic records as needed.
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• Administer PO and rectal contrast per physician orders and department policy.
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• Ensure exams are coded, tracked, networked to ISITE, and charges entered.
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• Perform diagnostic radiography procedures independently using established protocols.
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• Use complex imaging equipment for data acquisition, analysis, and documentation.
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• Interact with patients and co-workers with care, respect, and teamwork.
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• Perform technical procedures with independent judgment and appropriate radiation use.
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• Communicate instructions clearly to patients, explaining procedures to ease their fears.
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• Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology or verification from ARRT approved school of completion of program and scheduled graduation date.\n
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  • Technologists hired before graduation will have indirect supervision by an ARRT certified diagnostic technologist until the degree is verified.
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Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

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• ARRT Registry eligible as a Radiologic Technologist. Must obtain radiography registry within 6 months of hire date
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• ARRT Certificate
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• ARRT Radiography
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• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)\n
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  • CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
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• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
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• Act 33 with renewal
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• Act 34 with renewal
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• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran