Radiology Technologist

UPMC; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated radiography technician to perform diagnostic imaging procedures. The role involves patient interaction, technical expertise, and adherence to protocols to ensure optimal patient care. The technician will work collaboratively with healthcare teams, demonstrating compassion and professionalism in all interactions.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to interact with patients and co-workers.
• Demonstrates independent judgement in adjusting protocols.

Responsibilities

• Identifies patients using two identifiers and reviews history.
• Administers contrast as per physician orders.
• Performs diagnostic radiography procedures independently.

Skills

Patient Interaction

Technical Procedures

Judgement

Job description

This position will work a minimum of 16 hours per month. All shifts are available to include holidays and call.

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.