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Diagnostic Technologist

UPMC

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Somerset, PA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

ARRT CertificateRadiography Registry Within 6 Months Of Hire DateBasic Life Support (BLS) Or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)Act 31 Child Abuse ReportingAct 33Act 34Act 73 FBI Clearance

Job overview

UPMC is hiring a Diagnostic Technologist. UPMC Somerset seeks a Diagnostic Technologist to independently perform a wide range of imaging procedures, applying ionizing radiation while exercising sound judgment and technical expertise in a fast‑paced clinical environment.

Key focus areas include Identify patients using two identifiers and follow universal protocol for procedures., Review patient history and physician orders, applying departmental protocols., and Document patient history in electronic records as needed..

Important skills include Identify Patients Using Two Identifiers, Follow Universal Protocol For Procedures, Review Patient History, Review Physician Orders, Apply Departmental Protocols, and Document Patient History In Electronic Records.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Identify Patients Using Two IdentifiersFollow Universal Protocol for ProceduresReview Patient HistoryReview Physician OrdersApply Departmental ProtocolsDocument Patient History in Electronic RecordsAdminister PO ContrastAdminister Rectal ContrastCode ExamsTrack ExamsNetwork Exams to ISITEEnter ChargesPerform Diagnostic Radiography Procedures IndependentlyUse Complex Imaging EquipmentData AcquisitionData AnalysisDocumentationInteract With Patients With CareInteract With Co-Workers With CareRespectCollaborationPerform Technical Procedures With Independent JudgmentAppropriate Radiation UseCommunicate Instructions Clearly to PatientsExplain Procedures to Ease Patient Fears

Qualifications

Graduate of an ARRT Approved School of Radiologic TechnologyVerification From ARRT Approved School of Completion of Program and Scheduled Graduation DateARRT CertificateRadiography Registry Within 6 Months of Hire DateBasic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)Act 31 Child Abuse ReportingAct 33Act 34Act 73 FBI Clearance

Full job description

UPMC Somerset is seeking a 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

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