Imaging Srvs Tech Assistant

UPMC; Colonial Park (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC in Pennsylvania is seeking a dedicated imaging support technician to perform a variety of procedures under the supervision of a registered technologist. The role supports the CT and Diagnostic Imaging departments, with a nightly schedule from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Monday to Friday, plus weekends and holiday rotations. Responsibilities include transporting patients, preparing exam rooms, adhering to MRI and radiation safety protocols, scheduling exams in RIS, and assisting technologists

Responsibilities

• Transports patient to and from unit when required.
• Demonstrates proper placement of IV catheter. Demonstrates knowledge of and appropriately follows guidelines for GFR criteria.
• Assists with invasive procedure tray set-up and courier's specimens to lab as needed.
• Practices established MRI safety and radiation safety protocols.
• Accurately schedules exams into RIS as needed. Reschedules exams as needed and contacts patients for additional scanning.
• Assists technologist with patient care/flow as instructed. Knowledgeable of procedural processes.
• Verifies patient identify by utilizing at least two patient identifiers. Effectively prepares patient for exam providing both pre and post procedure education. Documents proper history into electronic record. Reviews physician orders and contacts office if additional information is required.

Job description

Provide for the performance of a variety of technical procedures utilizing independent judgment and a basic understanding of technology, anatomy, and physiology. Provide quality patient care in a timely, cost-effective manner to aid in medical diagnosis under the supervision of a registered technologist.

This position works Monday to Friday from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. supporting the CT and Diagnostic Imaging departments. Weekends and Holiday rotation.

Responsibilities:

• Transports patient to and from unit when required.
• Demonstrate proper placement of IV catheter. Demonstrates knowledge of and appropriately follows guidelines for GFR criteria.
• Assists with invasive procedure tray set-up and courier's specimens to lab as needed.
• Practices established MRI safety and radiation safety protocols.
• Accurately schedules exams into RIS as needed. Reschedules exams as needed and contacts patients for additional scanning.
• Assists technologist with patient care/flow as instructed. Knowledgeable of procedural processes.
• Verifies patient identify by utilizing at least two patient identifiers. Effectively prepares patient for exam providing both pre and post procedure education. Documents proper history into electronic record. Reviews physician orders and contacts office if additional information is required.