Diagnostic Technologist | Williamsport

UPMC Williamsport

UPMC Williamsport is seeking a skilled and motivated Diagnostic Technologist to join our team. We welcome applicants at all experience levels, including Advanced-Level Technologists.

In this role, you’ll work with a supportive team while performing a variety of imaging procedures with a high level of independence and clinical judgment.

We’ve outlined the schedule clearly so you know exactly what to expect:

• Monday–Friday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

• Every other month rotation:
  • Month 1: Work onsite
    • Saturday & Sunday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Month 2: On-call coverage
    • Saturday 7:00 AM → Sunday 11:30 PM

• Weekday on-call: Approximately 4–5 days per month, after shift until 9:00 PM

• 1 holiday per year worked onsite: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
• 1 additional holiday on-call: 7:00 AM – 11:30 PM

• Perform diagnostic imaging procedures independently using established protocols
• Utilize advanced imaging equipment to capture and document high-quality images
• Review physician orders and patient history to ensure accurate imaging
• Follow patient identification and safety protocols at all times
• Administer oral and rectal contrast per policy
• Ensure all exams are:
  • Accurately documented in the EMR
  • Properly coded and tracked in RIS
  • Successfully archived in ISITE
  • Correctly charged
• Adjust imaging techniques as needed using clinical judgment and critical thinking

• Ability to work independently with confidence and sound judgment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality imaging
• Excellent communication skills and ability to put patients at ease
• A team-oriented approach with a focus on efficient, compassionate care
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment and respond to patient needs

• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Variety in patient population and imaging cases
• Opportunity to grow within the UPMC career ladder
• Predictable core schedule with clearly defined call expectations

• Graduate of an ARRT-approved School of Radiologic Technology
  OR documentation verifying program completion with a scheduled graduation date
• If hired prior to graduation:
  • Must work under indirect supervision of an ARRT-certified Diagnostic Technologist until degree is verified
  • Not eligible to work in an outpatient setting until ARRT certification is obtained

• Must be ARRT registry eligible at time of hire
• Must obtain ARRT Radiography certification within:
  • 6 months of hire (effective January 1, 2025)
  • 12 months of hire/transfer if hired before January 1, 2025
• Outpatient work is not permitted until ARRT certification is obtained

• CPR or Basic Life Support (BLS) required
• Must meet American Heart Association (AHA) standards, including hands-on skills demonstration
• Required within 30 days of hire

• May practice under a temporary permit with:
  • Direct supervision of a licensed Radiologic Technologist
• Must obtain ARRT certification within 180 days of permit issue date
• Temporary permit expires at the earliest of:
  • 180 days from issuance
  • Notification of license denial
  • 10 days after failing the licensing exam

• Must hold certification from:
  • ARRT or
  • Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)
• Must be licensed through the New York State Department of Health