Diagnostic Technologist - Casual

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - Muncy, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

Muncy, PA

Hospitals

About the position

The Casual Diagnostic Technologist at UPMC Muncy is responsible for performing routine imaging procedures, including fluoroscopy and operating room procedures. This role involves working rotating eight-hour shifts, primarily during the day, with additional evening and weekend coverage as scheduled. The position requires independent judgment and technical skills to apply ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes, ensuring optimal patient care and accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Identifies all patients properly 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 data acquisition.
• Documents patient history in electronic records as required.
• Administers PO and rectal contrast per physician orders and department policy.
• Ensures all exams within his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through the RIS system.
• Ensures 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 without requiring constant supervision.
• Utilizes complex imaging equipment for the acquisition, analysis, manipulation, and documentation of image data according to protocol.
• Performs various technical procedures that require independent judgment to adjust protocols and apply prescribed ionizing radiation appropriately.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients clearly and concisely, explaining procedures to help allay the patient's fears and solicit their cooperation.

Requirements

• Graduate of an ARRT-approved school of Radiologic Technology or verification from an ARRT-approved school of completion of the program and scheduled graduation date.
• ARRT Registry eligible as a Radiologic Technologist, must obtain radiography registry within 12 months of hire date.
• CPR or BLS certification is required based on AHA standards within 30 days of hire.
• ARRT Certificate and Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required.
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal, Act 33 with renewal, Act 34 with renewal, and Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal.

Nice-to-haves

• Interest in pursuing CT training and passing the ARRT registry.