Diagnostic Radiology Technologist – Per Diem

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency in the United States seeks a Radiologic Technologist responsible for performing diagnostic, therapeutic, and research imaging procedures using ionizing radiation, ensuring safety and patient confidentiality.

You will obtain orders, apply ALARA principles, prepare medications via vascular access, and evaluate image quality; assist practitioners with fluoroscopic procedures in various settings.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology (required).
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (preferred).
• Ability to obtain ARRT‑R certification within six months for new graduates.
• Competence in imaging protocols, patient care, and radiation safety.

Responsibilities

• Obtain correct orders, ensure proper patient identification, preparation, and confidentiality.
• Utilize appropriate imaging protocols, optimize technical factors, and apply ALARA principles to maximize safety.
• Prepare and administer medications via vascular access as prescribed.
• Evaluate images for quality, proper positioning, and manage data storage and transfer.
• Educate and monitor students and healthcare providers.
• Assist licensed practitioners with fluoroscopic and specialized procedures in various settings.
• Perform radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures independently or assisting, ensuring compliance with policies and safety standards.

Skills

Patient care

ALARA principles

Radiologic safety

Vascular access

Education

Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Role: Radiologic Technologist responsible for performing diagnostic, therapeutic, and research imaging procedures using ionizing radiation.

Responsibilities

• Obtain correct orders, ensure proper patient identification, preparation, and confidentiality.
• Utilize appropriate imaging protocols, optimize technical factors, and apply ALARA principles to maximize safety.
• Prepare and administer medications via vascular access as prescribed.
• Evaluate images for quality, proper positioning, and manage data storage and transfer.
• Educate and monitor students and healthcare providers.
• Assist licensed practitioners with fluoroscopic and specialized procedures in various settings.
• Perform radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures independently or assisting, ensuring compliance with policies and safety standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduation from a Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology (required).
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (preferred).
• Ability to obtain ARRT‑R certification within six months for new graduates.
• Competence in imaging protocols, patient care, and radiation safety.