Radiology Technologist

UPMC; Somerset (Somerset County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

UPMC Somerset is seeking a Radiology Technologist to perform a broad range of diagnostic imaging procedures with independence and clinical judgment. The role supports accurate diagnoses in a fast-paced hospital setting and requires ARRT certification and active BLS/CPR per AHA standards.

The position is full-time, on-site, with a rotating schedule across Day, Evening, and Night shifts. A generous sign-on bonus of $10,000 is offered with a two-year commitment.

Qualifications

• ARRT radiography registration within 6 months of hire date.
• BLS/CPR certification per AHA standards within 30 days of hire.
• Act 31/33/34/73 clearances renewal as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic radiography procedures independently using established protocols.
• Identify patients with two identifiers and follow universal protocols.
• Review orders and patient history to guide imaging decisions.
• Document history in electronic records and ensure proper coding/charges.
• Interact with patients and teammates with care and respect.
• Explain procedures to ease patient anxiety and obtain informed cooperation.

Skills

Patient identification

History review

Patient interaction

Clear instruction communication

Imaging equipment operation

Education

ARRT Radiologic Technology program

Tools

ISITE

Job description

UPMC Somerset is seeking a Radiology, or Diagnostic, Technologist to join a dedicated team of life‑changers committed to delivering exceptional patient care!

As a Diagnostic Technologist, you will perform a wide range of imaging procedures independently, applying prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. This role requires sound judgment, technical expertise, and initiative while supporting accurate diagnoses in a fast-paced clinical environment.

This full-time opportunity offers a dynamic schedule working Monday through Friday with rotating weekends across Daylight, Evening, and Night shifts.

• UPMC is excited to offer a generous Sign-on Bonus of $10,000 with a 2-year commitment.

Responsibilities

• Identify patients using two identifiers and follow universal protocol for procedures.
• Review patient history and physician orders, applying departmental protocols.
• Document patient history in electronic records as needed.
• Administer PO and rectal contrast per physician orders and department policy.
• Ensure exams are coded, tracked, networked to ISITE, and charges entered.
• Perform diagnostic radiography procedures independently using established protocols.
• Use complex imaging equipment for data acquisition, analysis, and documentation.
• Interact with patients and co-workers with care, respect, and teamwork.
• Perform technical procedures with independent judgment and appropriate radiation use.
• Communicate instructions clearly to patients, explaining procedures to ease their fears.
• 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 Certificate; Must obtain radiography registry within 6 months of hire date as of January 1, 2025.
• 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 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran