This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus!

·       $15,000 sign-on bonus with a two-year work commitment 

*Current UPMC employees are not eligible for the sign-on bonus program.

Are you looking for a regional travel Diagnostic Technologist position with guaranteed hours and competitive pay all while having the comfort, security, and reputation of working at a top ranked health system? Join the 90,000 employees at UPMC across Pennsylvania, New York and Western Maryland because we’re all here for the same reason — to make Life Changing Medicine happen.

UPMC Travel Staffing is seeking full-time, Diagnostic Technologists, with two years’ experience, interested in joining our regional team supporting our patients in southwest PA. With assignments all located within the Pittsburgh region, you can take advantage of the perks of traveling with minimal travel! You will be supported by operational and nursing leaders across the organization and have development and career opportunities by working in new locations, with different state of the art equipment across diverse patient populations and geographical locations. UPMC Travel Staffing employees will build bridges and a broad professional network while working hand in hand with nationally recognized physicians and advanced practice providers. As a reward for flexibility and travel expectations, UPMC Travel Staffing Diagnostic Technologists are compensated at a premium rate of $35/hour, with a $2/hour shift differential. UPMC employees also have access to a competitive benefits package that includes tools for sustaining a healthy work-life balance like paid time off, paid parental leave, wellness programs, mental health resources, Employee Assistance Programs, and more. Furthermore, UPMC employees can take advantage of a generous Tuition Assistance program for both education degrees and certifications.

Responsibilities:

·       Performs all job responsibilities of Diagnostic Tech I.

·       Performs diagnostic radiography procedures utilizing established protocols/procedures without requiring constant supervision.

·       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.

·       Utilizes complex imaging equipment for the acquisition, analysis, manipulation and documentation of image data and completes procedures according to protocol.

·       Administers PO and rectal contrast per physician orders/department policy

·       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.

·       Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patients fears and solicit their cooperation.

·       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.

·       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.

·        Demonstrates competency of specialty equipment (O.R., Fluoro Procedures, etc.) and analyzes data promptly. Performs electrocardiograms and lab draw functions if applicable.

·        Monitors quality control activities and demonstrates advanced level of knowledge in Diagnostic Imaging by providing patient care as defined by the most up to day protocols and procedures.

·        Demonstrates the ability to function independently, and is able to cover off shifts, on-call responsibilities, and perform services at satellite facilities, where applicable, while continually communicating with lead and management team.

·        Assist with the training of staff and student technologists.

·        Participates in standardization activities with system-level workgroups.

·        Works directly with Radiologists regarding protocol development.

·        Performs or assists Clinical Specialist in performing QA, regulatory testing, and other technical and research initiatives.

·        *Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.

·        *Performs other duties as assigned.