Diagnostic Technologist - Full-time (D/E) - Wellsboro

Company: UPMC - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Location: Wellsboro
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

UPMC Wellsboro is seeking a full-time Diagnostic Technologist! This role will work varying daylight and evening shifts in addition to rotating weekends (one per month) and holidays. - - -

UPMC is Pennsylvania's largest nongovernmental employer with endless opportunities. We offer a premier benefits package, designed to care for your total well-being - physically, emotionally, and financially - paired with endless opportunities for career advancement and educational growth.

Whether you are a new graduate or an experienced professional looking to join this amazing team, look no further! Apply today and find out where your career can take you.

We are offering a -$10,000 sign-on bonus -for a -2-year commitment!

**Final candidates will be -selected for a job title within the career ladder that -reflects the level of education, -experience -and manager discretion -at the time of offer.**



Performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes.



Responsibilities:

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• Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures. Reviews patient history and assess 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 a team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.
  
• Performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment 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.
  
  
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  Graduate of an ARRT-approved school of Radiologic Technology or verification from ARRT-approved school of completion of the 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 12 months of hire date. CPR or BLS RequiredCPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
  
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  • ARRT Certificate
    
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
    
    
    
  • UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
    

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