Radiology Technologist

UPMC Mercy Health Center; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Loan Repayment

Full-Time Benefits

Staff parking discount

Trauma & Burn Center recognition

Job summary

UPMC Mercy is hiring a Radiology Technologist for full-time day/evening shifts in Pittsburgh. You will perform diagnostic radiography procedures, operate imaging equipment, and ensure patient identification and safety.

The role emphasizes clear patient communication and accurate documentation in RIS and ISITE, with strong teamwork to support timely patient care. Five 8-hour shifts, with 10-hour shifts after training, weekday schedule, and weekend rotations.

Qualifications

• Perform diagnostic radiography procedures per protocol.
• Identify patients using two identifiers.
• Explain procedures to patients to alleviate concerns.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic radiography procedures and utilizes imaging equipment for acquisition, analysis, and documentation of image data.
• Identifies patients using two identifiers.
• Communicates instructions clearly and explains procedures to patients.

Skills

Radiology procedures

Patient communication

Tools

RIS/PACS systems

Job description

Are you interested in a rewarding clinical career that makes a direct, meaningful impact on patient care? Want a work environment that values employee development and well-being?

Join UPMC as a full-time Radiology Technologist at UPMC Mercy today!

Why Join Us?

• Sign-On Bonus: $10,000 for a 2-year commitment for eligible hires!
• Loan Repayment: Up to $9,000 for eligible new graduates!
• Full-Time Benefits including Health Insurance plans, PTO, Retirement, Parental Leave, Tuition Assistance, and more!
• Growth opportunities with a robust Imaging career ladder!
• Secure, discounted staff parking available within close proximity to the hospital!
• UPMC Mercy is proud to offer the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and Comprehensive Burn Center under one roof!
• UPMC Mercy is ranked #14 in the nation for Rehabilitation by U.S. News & World Report.
• Our Trauma and Burn Center recently received the Silver Beacon Award from the American Association of Critical Care Nurses!
• Did you know that Mercy Hospital was the first hospital in Pittsburgh, and the first Mercy Hospital ever in the world? Established in 1847, Mercy Hospital merged with UPMC in 2008 to become UPMC Mercy.

Work Schedule

• Five 8-hour shifts across the week, with 10-hour shifts available after training!
• Daylight and evening shifts, Monday through Friday.
• Weekend shifts every other weekend, with a variety of daylight, evening, and night shifts in the weekend rotation.
• Holiday rotation, as needed.
• No on-call or travel required!

Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary based on individual experience and education, at manager discretion.

Applicants with at least 6 months of experience are eligible for our Night Program ($4.00 shift differential) and our Weekend Program (additional 15% incentive to salary)! Details can be provided during the interview process.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic radiography procedures and utilizes complex imaging equipment for the acquisition, analysis, and documentation of image data according to protocol.
• Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner, and explains procedures to help allay the patient’s fears and solicit their cooperation.
• Reviews patient history, assesses physician orders, and documents patient history in electronic record, as required.
• Administers PO and rectal contrast per physician orders/department policy.
• Ensures all exams within 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.
• Demonstrates the 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.