Diagnostic Technologist - UPMC Ortho and Sports Medicine

UPMC is excited to invite you to apply for the position of Diagnostic Technologist! This full-time role offers day shift hours from 8 AM to 4:30 PM, with occasional weekend shifts during the fall sports season. Please note that travel will be a requirement of this position. We seek a dedicated team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is adept at managing a busy workload. Apply today to join a great team and receive a robust Totals Reward package!!

Responsibilities:

• Ensures accurate patient identification using two identifiers, adhering to universal protocol during procedures for safety and compliance.

• Thoroughly reviews patient history and physician orders, following departmental protocols to optimize data acquisition and patient outcomes.

• Documents patient history in the electronic record system as required, ensuring completeness and accuracy for ongoing care.

• Administers oral and rectal contrast materials per physician orders and departmental policies, ensuring patient safety and comfort.

• Ensures all exams are correctly coded and tracked through the RIS system, properly networking them to ISITE for archiving and interpretation.

• Performs diagnostic radiography procedures according to established protocols without requiring constant supervision, demonstrating professional competence.

• Exhibits excellent interpersonal skills, interacting with patients and colleagues with care, respect, and dignity, fostering a positive environment.

• Effectively communicates instructions and explains procedures to patients, helping to alleviate fears and encourage cooperation during imaging processes.