Mammography Technologist | Wexford HWP

Allegheny Health Network; Wexford (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a radiologic technologist to perform prescribed imaging procedures with minimal supervision. The role includes independent judgment, quality assurance, and patient education.

Responsibilities include positioning, image analysis, contrast administration when ordered, equipment prep and safety checks. Compliance with background clearances and CPR is required. Highmark Health affiliates emphasize accessibility and non-discrimination.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent requirement as stated.
• ARRT registered (RT) in radiography (R) is required.
• Mammography certification must be obtained within 12 months of hire.
• CPR certification (American Heart Association) is required.
• Act 34, Act 33, and Act 73 background clearances are required.

Responsibilities

• Positions patient and performs imaging procedures independently and analyzes results.
• Reviews patient history and educates patient about procedures to ensure cooperation.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications when ordered; monitors patient condition.
• Prepares equipment and selects exposure factors; ensures safety and performs quality control.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent education and experience.

ARRT registered (RT) in radiography (R)

Mammography certification - must be obtained within 12 months of hire

CPR – American Heart Association

Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate

Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Preferred: Prior radiology experience

Job description

General Overview

This job performs prescribed radiographic imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment and initiative.

Essential Responsibilities

• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s) independently. Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure. Enters, transmits and reports scan results. (40%)
• Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. (20%)
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate. (20%)
• Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards, and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary. (20%)
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent education and experience.
• ARRT registered (RT) in radiography (R)
• Mammography certification - must be obtained within 12 months of hire
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Preferred

• Prior radiology experience

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