Radiology Technologist | Erie West Side HWP

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $15,000 (3 year commit)

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network in Erie, PA is seeking a Radiology Technologist to perform radiographic imaging procedures on-site at West Side Hospital. The role requires independent judgment and delivers quality imaging with safety.

You will meet ARRT radiography certification within 6 months, maintain CPR certification, and complete required background clearances. Eligible for a $15,000 sign-on bonus with a 3-year commitment.

Qualifications

• ARRT Radiography certification required within 6 months of hire
• CPR certification (American Heart Association)
• Act 34/33/73 FBI background clearances may be required

Responsibilities

• Positions patient and performs imaging procedures with appropriate technique
• Reviews image quality and repeats only when necessary to ensure safety and accuracy
• Transmits and reports scan results to physicians and records findings
• Educates patient regarding procedures and equipment to ensure understanding
• Prepares and sanitizes equipment, monitors patient condition, and adheres to safety standards

Skills

Patient positioning

Imaging techniques

Safety awareness

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school

Job description

## Radiology Technologist | Erie West Side HWPApply: On-site: Erie PA, 16506, 4247 West Ridge Rd: Full time: Posted Yesterday: J290425## **Company :**Allegheny Health Network## **Job Description :*****Sign on Bonus Eligible: $15,000 (3 year commitment)*****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). 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. Preferred* Prior radiology experience**Additional Employment Requirements:*** American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (R) Radiography certification required within 6 months of hire. (Incumbents in role prior to April 2026 have 12 months to obtain ARRT certification)* CPR – American Heart Association* Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate* Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate* Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate***Disclaimer:** The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.* ***Compliance Requirement**: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.**As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.*