UPMC Mercy is looking to hire a casual Diagnostic Technologist to join their team. This position will consist of varied hours, as needed. There will be one weekend shift per month and holiday coverage based on seniority. This department is team-oriented and values staff input.

Responsibilities:

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

• Performs all job responsibilities of Diagnostic Tech I.

• 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.

• Participates in standardization activities with system-level workgroups.

• Works directly with Radiologists regarding protocol development.

• Assist with the training of staff and student technologists.

Diagnostic Tech:

• 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.

Diagnostic Technologist Adv:

• Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology. 2 years Diagnostic experience required.

• Must have obtained a performance review rating of strong/solid/good on most recent performance review to be eligible for promotion.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• ARRT certified in Radiography.

• CPR or BLS Required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

• ARRT Certificate

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal

• Act 33 with renewal

• Act 34 with renewal

• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran