What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diagnostic Technologist position at UPMC?
UPMC Somerset is seeking a Diagnostic Technologist to join their team of life-changers! This position will work Fridays and Saturdays 7pm-7am and 2 daylight shifts Tuesdays-Thursdays. As a Diagnostic Technologist, you'll perform 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.
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.
Salary : $25 - $36