Radiology Technologist
UPMC Jameson Hospital - South Campus
New Castle, PA
flexible
Sign-On Bonus

Diagnostic Technologist

UPMC Jameson, located in New Castle, PA, is hiring a Diagnostic Technologist to join the Imaging Team! This regular, full-time role will work variable shifts, every other weekend and holidays, with no on call or travel required. Candidates with excellent customer service skills are encouraged to apply! We are currently offering NEW SIGN-ON BONUSES for Diagnostic Technologist positions! The amount of the sign-on bonus is dependent upon your years of Diagnostic Technology experience. Don't miss out - Apply today! Less than 1 year of experience: 2-year commitment: $10,000 1+ year of experience: 2-year commitment: $15,000 UPMC's brand new Monthly Loan Repayment program, exclusively for December 2023 and later graduates, offering $9000 in loan repayment paid over three years for eligible regular Full-Time roles. (Eligible Flex Full-Time roles to receive prorated amount of $6300.) Purpose: 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: * 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. Qualifications: 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 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 ARRT Certificate Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran