Radiology Technologist Senior | Jefferson Hospital

Allegheny Health Network; Clairton (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $15,000

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform prescribed radiographic imaging procedures with independence and professional judgment. The role emphasizes image quality, patient positioning, and proper documentation.

Responsibilities include managing department operations, ensuring safety standards, and covering chief tech duties when needed. A sign-on bonus of $15,000 is offered with a 3-year commitment.

Qualifications

• ARRT Radiography certification required; 2 years' radiologic technologist experience preferred.
• Associates degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or 6 months to 1 year related experience or training.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily department operations and manages non-labor expenses, activities and inventory.
• Positions patients and performs imaging procedures independently; analyzes results and addresses image quality issues.
• Completes all required documentation for procedures (regulatory, billing, distribution).
• Prepares and administers contrast media/medications per state and federal regulations.
• Implements radiation protection and safety standards; ensures department compliance.
• Covers chief tech duties as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

ARRT Radiography certification

2 years radiologic technologist exp

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent in radiologic tech training

Job description

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

• Oversees the daily operations and manages non-labor expenses, activities and inventory for the department; maintains a quality assurance program according to regulations established by regulatory bodies. (35%)
• Positions patients and performs imaging procedure(s) independently. 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. (25%)
• Completes all required documentation for procedures e.g., regulatory, billing protocol and imaging distribution. (15%)
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations. (10%)
• Implements radiation protection, safety standards and assures compliance in the department. (10%)
• Coverage of chief tech duties as assigned (10%)
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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

• Oversees the daily operations and manages non-labor expenses, activities and inventory for the department; maintains a quality assurance program according to regulations established by regulatory bodies. (35%)
• Positions patients and performs imaging procedure(s) independently. 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. (25%)
• Completes all required documentation for procedures e.g., regulatory, billing protocol and imaging distribution. (15%)
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations. (10%)
• Implements radiation protection, safety standards and assures compliance in the department. (10%)
• Coverage of chief tech duties as assigned (10%)
• 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 2 years' experience as a Radiologic Technologist..

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

Disclaimer

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