Diagnostic Technologist Advanced

Exciting Opportunity: Join UPMC Wellsboro as a Casual Diagnostic Technologist

Are you passionate about diagnostic imaging and looking for a flexible role that fits your schedule? UPMC Wellsboro is seeking a Casual Diagnostic Technologist to join our dedicated team. This role offers rotating shifts, including one weekend per month and one holiday per year, providing a great balance for your lifestyle.

Why UPMC Wellsboro?

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• Flexible Scheduling: Enjoy a role that fits your lifestyle with varied shift options.
  
  
• Career Growth: Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience and advance your career.
  
  
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a team that values collaboration, learning, and excellence.
  
  

Who Can Apply?

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• Experienced Imaging Professionals: Bring your expertise and continue to grow in a supportive environment.
  
  
• New Graduates: Eager to launch your career? This is your chance to gain hands-on experience.
  
  
• Radiology Students: On track to graduate in Fall 2024? We welcome your application
  
  

Key Responsibilities:

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• Advanced Imaging Procedures: Perform imaging procedures independently, applying prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes.
  
  
• Quality Assurance: Assist Clinical Specialists with QA, regulatory testing, and other technical initiatives.
  
  
• Specialty Equipment: Demonstrate competency in specialty equipment (O.R., Fluoro Procedures, etc.) and analyze data promptly.
  
  
• Patient Care: Provide high-quality patient care, adhering to the latest protocols and procedures.
  
  
• Independent Functioning: Cover off shifts, on-call responsibilities, and perform services at satellite facilities while maintaining communication with the lead and management team.
  
  
• Standardization Activities: Participate in system-level workgroups to standardize practices.
  
  
• Protocol Development: Work directly with Radiologists on protocol development.
  
  
• Training and Mentorship: Help train staff and student technologists, sharing your expertise.
  
  

Qualifications:

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• Educational Background: Candidates at all levels of the career ladder will be considered, including Radiology Students on track to graduate in Fall 2024.
  
  
• Certifications: Must hold appropriate certifications and demonstrate competency in required areas.
  
  

If you’re ready to make a difference and join a team that values your skills and dedication, apply today and discover where your career can take you with UPMC Wellsboro

Diagnostic Technologist Advanced Level Educational and Experience Requirements:

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• Educational Background: Graduate of an ARRT-approved school of Radiologic Technology.
  
  
• Experience: At least 2 years of diagnostic experience.
  
  
• Performance: Must have received a strong/solid/good rating on the most recent performance review to be eligible for promotion.
  
  

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

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• ARRT Certification: Certified in Radiography.
  
  
• CPR/BLS Requirement: CPR or BLS certification required, based on AHA standards, including both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
  
  

Required Certifications:

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• 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
  
  

Diagnostic Technologist Requirements:

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• Educational Background: Graduate of an ARRT-approved school of Radiologic Technology or verification from an ARRT-approved school of completion of the program and scheduled graduation date.
  
  
• Supervision: Technologists hired before graduation will have indirect supervision by an ARRT-certified diagnostic technologist until the degree is verified.
  
  

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

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• ARRT Registry Eligibility: Eligible as a Radiologic Technologist.
  
  
• Radiography Registry: Must obtain radiography registry within 12 months of hire date.
  
  
• CPR/BLS Requirement: CPR or BLS certification is required, based on AHA standards, including a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
  
  

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran