Diagnostic Technologist - PT

UPMC; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus possibly available

Job summary

UPMC in Erie County is looking for a part-time Diagnostic Technologist to join the team. The role involves performing varied shifts and may include a sign-on bonus. Ideal candidates include experienced imaging professionals and new graduates.

This position requires performing a variety of imaging procedures while ensuring proper documentation and adherence to protocols. You will need to maintain high standards of patient care and gather critical data efficiently.

Qualifications

• ARRT Registry eligible as a Radiologic Technologist within 6 months of hire.
• Certification in CPR or BLS required based on AHA standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document imaging procedures precisely.
• Administer contrast as per orders.
• Ensure all exams are coded and tracked accurately.
• Perform technical procedures clinically and with independence.

Skills

Independent judgement

Patient interaction

Technical procedures

Imaging procedures expertise

Education

Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology

Tools

Complex imaging equipment

Job description

Position Overview

UPMC Hamot is looking for a part‑time Diagnostic Technologist to join the team! This position will work varied shifts. This position may be eligible for a sign‑on bonus with work commitment. We welcome experienced imaging professionals and new grads to apply!

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

• Identifies 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.

• 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. Able to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.

• 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.

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.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

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. If working in a NY facility, you must have received certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) and be Licensed through the New York State Department of Health. If practicing under a temporary permit: must be under direct supervision of licensed radiologic technologist, must obtain ARRT certification within 180 days of permit issue date. Temporary permits expire 180 days from date of issuance, or upon notice that license application denied, or ten days after notification of failure of licensing exam, whichever occurs first.

• ARRT Certificate
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran