Diagnostic Technologist - UPMC Division of Geriatric Medicine

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Pittsburgh seeks a Full-Time Diagnostic Technologist to perform a variety of independent imaging procedures. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively communicate with patients. The successful candidate will travel daily to different locations within the Pittsburgh area and will be responsible for ensuring the proper conduct of imaging protocols and documenting patient histories.

Qualifications

• Technical proficiency in performing imaging procedures without constant supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with patients and co-workers.
• Ability to adjust protocols independently based on the situation.

Responsibilities

• Identify patients using two identifiers, gathering necessary medical history.
• Administer contrast as required by physician orders.
• Ensure accurate coding and tracking of exams through RIS system.
• Perform diagnostic radiography procedures according to established protocols.
• Utilize complex imaging equipment for data acquisition and documentation.
• Communicate clearly with patients to explain procedures.

Job description

University of Pittsburgh Physicians hiring a Full-Time Diagnostic Technologist to help support UPMC Division of Geriatric Medicine – UPMC Center for Osteoporosis and Metabolic Bone Disease.

Hours:

Monday-Friday, daylight.

Location:

3471 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh (Oakland) PA. This role requires travel and will be in a different location every day, but all locations will be in the Pittsburgh and surrounding area.

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:

• 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.