Radiology Technologist | Erie West Side HWP

Saint Vincent Health Center; Millcreek Township (PA); Vor Ort; USD 60.000 - 72.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Sign-on bonus $15,000

Zusammenfassung

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging procedures with independence and professional judgment. The role requires preparing patients, selecting exposure factors, and ensuring image quality while adhering to safety standards.

The ideal candidate will hold an Associate’s degree (or equivalent), ARRT Radiography certification within 6 months, CPR certification, and pass background checks.

Qualifikationen

• 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.
• ARRT Radiography certification (R) required within 6 months of hire.
• CPR – American Heart Association.
• Background clearances (Act 34, Act 33, Act 73, FBI fingerprinting) as required.

Aufgaben

• Position patient and perform imaging procedures.
• Analyze results and ensure image quality; adjust positioning as needed.
• Enter, transmit and report scan results.
• Review history and orders; educate patient about procedures.
• Prepare and administer contrast media when ordered; monitor patient status.
• Prepare equipment, select exposure factors; ensure safety and perform QC.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Ausbildung

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

ARRT Radiography certification (R) required within 6 months of hire

CPR – American Heart Association

Act 34/33/73 FBI Background Clearances

Jobbeschreibung

Company : Allegheny Health Network

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

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. Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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