Radiology Technologist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Loan Repayment

Tuition Assistance

Full-Time Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital seeks a full-time Radiology Technologist to perform diagnostic radiography using advanced imaging equipment. The chosen candidate will accurately identify patients, explain procedures, and document findings in the electronic record.

The role requires ARRT eligibility/ certification within 6 months and adherence to department policies on contrast administration. Rotating shifts include daylight, evening, and overnight hours with weekend, holiday coverage.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an ARRT-approved school of Radiologic Technology or ARRT-equivalency.
• Must obtain ARRT registration within 6 months of hire.
• Experience with patient imaging and contrast administration is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic radiography procedures and operate imaging equipment per protocol.
• Identify patients using two identifiers and communicate procedures clearly.
• Review history, document in the electronic record, and follow orders.
• Administer PO and rectal contrast as ordered.
• Ensure exams are correctly coded in RIS and accessible via ISITE for archiving.
• Display empathy and teamwork with patients and coworkers to facilitate efficient care.

Skills

Imaging equipment operation

Patient communication

Team collaboration

ARRT certification/eligible

BLS/CPR certification

Education

ARRT-approved Radiologic Technology program graduate

Tools

RIS system

ISITE

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 Magee-Womens Hospital today!

Why Join Us?

• Sign-On Bonus:$10,000 for a 2-year commitment for eligible hires!
• Loan Repayment: $9,000 for eligible new grads!
• Full-Time Benefitsincluding Health Insurance options, PTO, Retirement, Paid Parental Leave, Tuition Assistance, and more!
• Career growth opportunitieswith a robust Imaging career ladder!
• State-of-the-art Imaging technology access and leading-edge diagnostic and treatment services, with numerous learning opportunities!
• UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital is proud to be a National Center of Excellence in Women’s Health!
• We are a teaching center for several University of Pittsburgh programs, and a leader in research!

Work Schedule:

• Rotating shifts with daylight, evening, and overnight hours.
• Rotating weekend coverage.
• Rotating holiday coverage approximately twice per year.
• 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.

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.

• Graduate of an ARRT-approved school of Radiologic Technology or verification from ARRT-approved school of completion of program and scheduled graduation date.
• Must obtain Radiography registry within 6 months of hire date.
  • Technologist cannot work in an outpatient setting until ARRT has been obtained.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• ARRT Certificate or ARRT Registry Eligible
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran