Radiology Technologist / Night / SEIU - E | AGH

Allegheny Health Network; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 54,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Premium pay

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform prescribed radiographic imaging procedures with minimal supervision. You will analyze results and ensure image quality, positioning patients, and communicating with the care team.

The role requires ARRT (R) certification within 6 months of hire (12 months for current incumbents), an Associate degree or equivalent, CPR, and state background clearances.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• ARRT (R) radiography certification required within 6 months of hire (incumbents prior to April 2026 have 12 months).
• 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 patient and performs imaging procedures; analyzes results and resolves image quality issues.
• Reviews patient history and physician's orders; educates patient about procedures and equipment.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope; monitors patient status.
• Prepares equipment; selects exposure factors and imaging parameters; ensures safety standards and QC; troubleshoots equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Six months to one year related experience

Equivalent education and experience

Job description

Job Description

Sign on Bonus Eligible $15,000 (3 year commitment)

This position includes a $5/hour premium in addition to the base hourly rate.

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 or required.

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 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.

Preferred

• Prior radiology experience

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