Radiology Technologist

UPMC; Somerset (Somerset County); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Sign-on bonus

Descripción de la vacante

UPMC Somerset is seeking a Radiology, or Diagnostic, Technologist to join a dedicated team delivering exceptional patient care.

You will perform imaging procedures independently, apply prescribed radiation, and support accurate diagnoses in a fast-paced clinical setting. Sign-on bonus of $10,000 with a 2-year commitment accompanies a full-time, weekday schedule with rotating weekends.

Formación

• ARRT certificate/eligibility and radiography registry within 6 months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR required.
• Act 31/33/34 and FBI clearance verifications as renewal requirements.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Educación

ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology

Descripción del empleo

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