About this role
NEW Incentives available (for external and eligible candidates)
- Generous Sign-On Bonus! (part time will receive 1/2)
- $10,000 and 2-year commitment
- $10,000 and 2-year commitment
- UPMC’s brand new Monthly Loan Repayment program, exclusively for December 2023 and later graduates, offering $9,000 in loan repayment paid over three years (*Eligible flex full-time roles to receive prorated amount of $6,300)
Candidate will be placed in the appropriate job title based on background and experience. Full-Time, FLEX, and Part-Time status available)
As a Radiologic Technologist (Diagnostic, X-Ray Tech), you will perform imaging procedures independently, demonstrating proficiency in various technical tasks related to diagnostic radiography. Your responsibilities include:
- Patient Identification and Documentation:
- 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.
- Accurately identify patients using two identifiers and adhere to universal protocols during procedures.
- Contrast Administration and Coding:
- 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.
- Administer oral (PO) and rectal contrast as per physician orders and department policies.
- Diagnostic Radiography:
- Perform diagnostic radiography procedures using established protocols without constant supervision.
- Operate complex imaging equipment, acquire, analyze, manipulate, and document image data according to protocol.
- Perform diagnostic radiography procedures using established protocols without constant supervision.
- Interpersonal Skills and Teamwork:
- 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.
- Interact effectively with patients and co-workers, demonstrating empathy, respect, and active listening.
- Independent Judgment and Communication:
- Adjust protocols based on independent judgment to apply ionizing radiation appropriately.
- Adjust protocols based on independent judgment to apply ionizing radiation appropriately.
Clearly communicate instructions to patients, allaying fears and ensuring cooperation during procedures
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. 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
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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About UPMC
UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education. Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide nearly $2 billion annually in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania. Our 100,000 employees — including more than 5,000 physicians — care for patients across more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas. UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members, providing the highest-quality care at the most affordable price. To learn more, visit UPMC.com.
What you'll do
- As a Radiologic Technologist, you will perform imaging procedures independently and ensure accurate patient identification and documentation. You will also administer contrast, operate imaging equipment, and collaborate with team members to provide optimal patient care.
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