Radiology Technologist - PRN

UPMC • Hanover, PA

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About The Position

The Radiology Technologist performs diagnostic radiography procedures using established protocols and complex imaging equipment to acquire, analyze, manipulate, and document image data. The role works with radiologists and imaging technologists to support accurate diagnosis and treatment, while providing respectful, patient-focused care in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. The position requires a minimum of 16 hours per month, with a variable schedule that includes on-call and holiday rotation.

The technologist identifies patients using two identifiers, follows universal protocol, reviews patient history and physician orders, and applies departmental protocols. Responsibilities also include administering oral and rectal contrast as ordered, documenting patient history, coding and tracking exams through the RIS system, networking studies to ISITE for archiving and interpretation, and entering exam charges. The technologist exercises independent judgment to adjust protocols and appropriately apply ionizing radiation, and communicates procedures clearly to help patients understand and cooperate.

Candidates must graduate from an ARRT-approved school of Radiologic Technology or provide verification of program completion and a scheduled graduation date. Technologists hired before graduation receive indirect supervision from an ARRT-certified diagnostic technologist until their degree is verified. The position requires ARRT registry eligibility, obtaining the radiography registry within six months of hire, CPR or BLS, and the listed clearances and certifications.

Requirements

• Graduate of an ARRT-approved school of Radiologic Technology, or verification of program completion and a scheduled graduation date.
• ARRT registry eligible as a Radiologic Technologist; must obtain the radiography registry within six months of hire.
• ARRT Certificate.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR); CPR must meet AHA standards, including didactic and skills demonstration components, within 30 days of hire.
• Act 31 with renewal.
• Act 33 with renewal.
• Act 34 with renewal.
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal.
• Technologists hired before graduation must work under indirect supervision by an ARRT-certified diagnostic technologist until degree verification.

Responsibilities

• Identify patients using two patient identifiers and follow universal protocol when performing procedures.
• Review patient history and physician orders, apply departmental protocols, and document patient history in the electronic record as required.
• Administer oral and rectal contrast according to physician orders and department policy.
• Code and track exams through the RIS system, network exams to ISITE for archiving and interpretation, and enter charges for exams performed.
• Perform diagnostic radiography procedures using established protocols without constant supervision.
• Use complex imaging equipment to acquire, analyze, manipulate, and document image data, completing procedures according to protocol.
• Collaborate with patients, coworkers, and other departments to expedite patient care efficiently, demonstrating care, listening, dignity, and respect.
• Exercise independent judgment to adjust protocols and apply prescribed ionizing radiation appropriately for diagnostic radiography.
• Communicate instructions clearly, explain procedures, help allay patient fears, and solicit patient cooperation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed