Diagnostic Technologist (X-Ray Tech)

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Diagnostic Technologist to join the Imaging Services team. The role emphasizes high-quality patient care and close collaboration with surgeons and staff, using advanced imaging technology.

Candidates should have hands-on radiologic imaging experience, be able to work in a fast-paced environment, and pursue ongoing professional development through UPMC's Imaging Career Ladder. ARRT eligibility and BLS/CPR are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ARRT approved Radiologic Technology program or ARRT-verified graduation date.
• ARRT registry eligible with a plan to obtain certification within the required timeline.
• CPR/BLS certification as per AHA standards; licensure requirements apply in NY where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Identify patients using two identifiers and apply universal protocol for procedures.
• Administer PO and rectal contrast per physician orders and policy.
• Code and track exams in RIS; network to ISITE for archiving and interpretation.
• Perform diagnostic radiography procedures per protocol with minimal supervision.
• Operate imaging equipment to acquire, analyze, and document image data.
• Communicate clearly with patients and collaborate with care teams to support patient care.

Skills

Imaging experience

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

ARRT Radiologic Technologist program

Tools

RIS system

ISITE

Radiography equipment

Job description

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Join UPMC St. Margaret's Imaging Services team as a Diagnostic Technologist and play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care while working with advanced imaging technology. We're seeking motivated professionals who are passionate about patient care and eager to grow their careers in a collaborative, supportive environment.

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Our department is committed to investing in both our people and our technology. Most recently, we've expanded our capabilities with the addition of two new C-arms, allowing our team to work even more closely with surgeons in the operating room and support a wide range of patient care needs.

Successful team members are often those who bring hands-on imaging experience, a willingness to learn, and a strong commitment to teamwork. Whether you're an experienced technologist or early in your career, you'll have opportunities for continued professional development and career advancement through UPMC's Imaging career ladder.

Eligible candidates will receive a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000!

The Diagnostic Tech is a valued step in UPMC Imaging Career Ladder. The final candidate will be placed in the appropriate title and pay rate depending on education and experience.

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 hireTechnologist cannot work in an outpatient setting until ARRT has been obtained.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)

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• Act 73 FBI Clearance

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran