Radiology Tech Intern: Hands-On Imaging & Patient Care

Highmark Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health's Allegheny Health Network seeks a Radiology Technologist to perform imaging procedures under supervision, ensuring accurate parameter selection, patient comfort, and timely documentation. The role emphasizes radiation safety and coordination with physicians during imaging sessions.

The position requires enrollment in a radiology technologist program and completion of CPR and background clearances, reflecting a commitment to compliant, patient-centered care in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Minimum: Presently enrolled, and in good standing, in a radiology technologist program.
• Preferred: None.
• Additional Employment Requirements: CPR – American Heart Association; Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate; Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate; Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately to perform imaging.
• Prepares for and assists the physician in imaging procedures.
• Completes all required documentation for procedures, e.g. regulatory, billing protocol and image distribution.
• Implements radiation protection and safety standards.
• Assists the Radiology Technologist by attending to the patient's comforts/needs, expediting patient flow and documenting the patient's clinical information.
• Maintain adequate supplies for efficient section/department operations.
• May also assists in the preparation of contrast media and/or medications within accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Education

Radiology technologist program

Job description

Highmark Health's Allegheny Health Network seeks a Radiology Technologist to perform imaging procedures under supervision, ensuring accurate parameter selection, patient comfort, and timely documentation. The role emphasizes radiation safety and coordination with physicians during imaging sessions.

The position requires enrollment in a radiology technologist program and completion of CPR and background clearances, reflecting a commitment to compliant, patient-centered care in a fast-paced