Diagnostic Technologist - UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center : Job Details

Job Description: UPMC Horizon - Greenville is hiring a Diagnostic Technologist to join the Imaging Team! This regular full-time role will work variable rotating shifts including every other weekend and rotating holidays. Some travel to UPMC Horizon-Shenango Valley may be required. \nThis role would require performing non-contrast head CT's. \n We are currently offering NEW SIGN-ON BONUSES for Diagnostic Technologist positions! The amount of the sign-on bonus is dependent upon your years of Diagnostic Technology experience. Don't miss out - Apply today! \nLess than 1 year of experience: \n2-year commitment: $10,000 \n1+ year of experience: \n2-year commitment: $15,000 \n UPMC's brand new Monthly Loan Repayment program, exclusively for December 2023 and later graduates, offering $9000 in loan repayment paid over three years for eligible regular Full-Time roles. (Eligible Flex Full-Time roles to receive prorated amount of $6300.)\n Purpose:Performs 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.Responsibilities:\n\nIdentifies 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.\nAdministers PO and rectal contrast per physician orders/department policy\nEnsures 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.\nPerforms diagnostic radiography procedures utilizing established protocols/procedures without requiring constant supervision.\nUtilizes complex imaging equipment for the acquisition, analysis, manipulation and documentation of image data and completes procedures according to protocol.\nDemonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity and respect. Able to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.\nPerforms 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.\nDemonstrates 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.\n 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 12 months of hire date. CPR or BLS Required \n CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire\n\nARRT Certificate\nBasic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)\n\n UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran