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Diagnostic Technologist
UPMC
- Somerset, New Jersey, United States
- Somerset, New Jersey, United States
About
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.
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
Languages
- English
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