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We're hiring Casual Diagnostic (X-Ray) Technologists to join our team and deliver exceptional care using the latest technology. Enjoy flexible evening shifts while working alongside top clinicians and researchers.

What You'll Find Here:

+ On-site parking for your convenience

+ Casual work guidelines for flexibility

+ Access to cutting-edge equipment and technology

+ A clear path for growth through our Diagnostic Tech Career Ladder

As a Diagnostic Technologist, you'll perform imaging procedures independently, applying your judgment and skill to provide high-quality diagnostic services. Final placement and salary will reflect your experience, education, and expertise.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us create an outstanding patient experience at UPMC St. Margaret!

_*The Diagnostic Technologist is an important first step in our Diagnostic Tech Career Ladder. Final candidates will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary structure based on skill, experience, and education.*_

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.

+ 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 6 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)

+ 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