Diagnostic Technologist | Casual | Muncy

Build your imaging experience while enjoying the flexibility of a casual position. UPMC Muncy is seeking a Diagnostic Technologist to join our collaborative Imaging team, with opportunities to expand your skills and pursue career advancement into additional imaging modalities.

Position Highlights

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• Casual position
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• Rotating day, evening, and night shifts based on department needs
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• Rotating weekends and holidays as scheduled
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• No on-call requirement
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• Opportunity to gain experience and advance into multiple imaging modalities
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• Perform diagnostic radiography procedures safely and independently using established protocols and procedures.
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• Use imaging equipment to acquire, evaluate, process, and document high-quality diagnostic images.
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• Review physician orders and patient histories to determine the appropriate imaging protocols and achieve optimal results.
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• Verify patient identity using two patient identifiers and consistently follow Universal Protocol requirements.
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• Administer oral and rectal contrast according to physician orders and department policies.
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• Use independent judgment to adjust imaging protocols and appropriately apply prescribed ionizing radiation.
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• Accurately document, code, track, and archive examinations through applicable imaging systems.
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• Clearly explain procedures to patients, answer questions, and help ease anxiety while encouraging their cooperation.
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• Provide compassionate, respectful care that prioritizes each patient's comfort, dignity, and safety.
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• Collaborate with technologists, physicians, and other departments to support efficient, high-quality patient care.
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Qualifications

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• Graduate of an ARRT-approved school of Radiologic Technology, or verification from an ARRT-approved program confirming program completion and the scheduled graduation date.
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• Candidates hired prior to graduation will work under the indirect supervision of an ARRT-certified Diagnostic Technologist until completion of the degree is verified.
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• ARRT registry-eligible candidates must obtain their Radiography registry within 6 months of hire for hires on or after January 1, 2025.
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• Diagnostic Technologists hired prior to January 1, 2025, must obtain their registry within 12 months of their hire or transfer date.
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• Until ARRT certification is obtained, the technologist may not work in an outpatient setting.
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Licensure, Certifications & Clearances

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• ARRT registry eligible as a Radiologic Technologist; ARRT certification must be obtained within the applicable timeframe outlined above.
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• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required.
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• CPR must meet American Heart Association standards, including both a didactic and skills demonstration component, within 30 days of hire.
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• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting, with renewal as required.
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• Act 33 Clearance, with renewal as required.
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• Act 34 Clearance, with renewal as required.
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• Act 73 FBI Clearance, with renewal as required.
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Temporary Permit Requirements

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• Technologists practicing under a temporary permit must work under the direct supervision of a licensed Radiologic Technologist.
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• ARRT certification must be obtained within 180 days of the temporary permit issue date.
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• Temporary permits expire 180 days from issuance, upon notification that the license application has been denied, or 10 days after notification of a failed licensing examination, whichever occurs first.
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