Diagnostic Technologist
Jamestown, New York
This position may be eligible for a generous sign-on bonus of $10,000 with a 2 year agreement.
UPMC Chautauqua is seeking a skilled Diagnostic Technologist to join our team. This position offers the opportunity to perform imaging procedures independently at an advanced technical level, utilizing ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical judgment, initiative, and a commitment to patient-centered care.
UPMC Chautauqua is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services with a commitment to compassion, innovation, and patient safety. Join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging to improve patient outcomes.
Performs 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.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
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.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
ARRT Registry eligible as a Radiologic Technologist.
Must obtain radiography registry within 12 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
Licensed as a Radiologic Technologist in the State of NY
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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UPMC Chautauqua is seeking a skilled Diagnostic Technologist to join our team. This position offers the opportunity to perform imaging procedures independently at an advanced technical level, utilizing ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical judgment, initiative, and a commitment to patient-centered care.
UPMC Chautauqua is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services with a commitment to compassion, innovation, and patient safety. Join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging to improve patient outcomes.
Performs 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.
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.
Qualifications:
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.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
ARRT Registry eligible as a Radiologic Technologist.
Must obtain radiography registry within 12 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
Licensed as a Radiologic Technologist in the State of NY
- ARRT Certificate
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Radiologic Technologist
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Created: 2024-06-22
Reference: 6181857673
Country: United States
State: New York
City: Jamestown
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Number of Employees: 110000
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