Radiology Technologist - PRN

UPMC; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking skilled Radiology Technologists to join a collaborative team focused on delivering high-quality imaging for accurate diagnoses. The role emphasizes patient care, clear communication, and adherence to radiology protocols in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates will be ARRT Registry eligible, CPR/BLS certified, and graduate from an ARRT-approved Radiologic Technology program. The position requires strong teamwork and ability to work with radiologists and other imaging staff.

Qualifications

• ARRT Registry eligible and must obtain radiography registry within 6 months of hire.
• CPR or BLS required.
• Clearance checks (Act 31/33/34/73) with renewal.

Responsibilities

• Identify patients using two identifiers and follow universal protocol.
• Administer contrast per orders.
• Code and track exams in RIS; archive in ISITE.
• Perform diagnostic radiography per protocols without constant supervision.
• Operate imaging equipment to acquire and document data.
• Communicate with patients clearly to reduce anxiety and ensure cooperation.
• Adjust protocols with independent judgement when needed.
• Explain procedures to patients to ease fears.
• Graduate from an ARRT approved program; supervision until degree verification.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

ARRT Registry eligible

BLS/CPR certified

Communication

Education

ARRT approved school in Radiologic Technology

Tools

RIS

ISITE

Job description

Join our team as we seek skilled Radiology Technologists! The ideal candidate will possess a strong focus on patient care, thrive in collaborative environments, and excel in fast-paced settings. In this role, you'll collaborate with a dynamic group of radiologists and imaging techs to provide essential visualizations for accurate diagnosis and treatment. This position will work a minimum of 16 hours per month.

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.

• 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.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

ARRT Registry eligible as a Radiologic Technologist. Must obtain radiography registry within 6 months of hire date. CPR or BLS Required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

• ARRT Certificate

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

• Act 31 with renewal

• Act 33 with renewal

• Act 34 with renewal

• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran