Radiology Technologist | Canonsburg Hospital

Highmark Health; Canonsburg (Washington County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging procedures with minimal supervision. The role involves patient positioning, equipment preparation, and quality control. Candidates should have an Associate’s Degree and ARRT certification. Join a team committed to patient care and safety.

Benefits

Sign on Bonus: $5,000

Qualifications

• ARRT certification required within 12 months of hire.
• CPR certification from American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Positions patient and performs imaging procedures.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and monitors patient condition.
• Troubleshoots and resolves equipment malfunctions.

Skills

Radiography

Patient Education

Quality Control

Education

Associate’s Degree

Job description

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

Sign on Bonus Eligible: $5,000 (1 year commitment)

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

This role 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:

1. Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). 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%)
2. Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment, and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. (20%)
3. 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%)
4. 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%)
5. 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.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (R) Radiography certification required 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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