Radiology Technologist | West Penn Hospital

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging procedures with independent judgment and initiative. You will position patients, review orders, educate patients, and ensure safety standards are followed.

Responsibilities include administering contrast when needed, maintaining equipment, and handling quality control. ARRT certification within 6 months and CPR are required; prior radiology experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in radiology or related field.
• ARRT radiography certification within 6 months of hire.
• CPR certification as required.

Responsibilities

• Position patient and perform imaging; analyze results and adjust as needed.
• Review history and orders; educate patient on procedures and equipment.
• Prepare and administer contrast media as within scope; monitor patient.
• Prepare equipment, set exposure factors, and perform quality checks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Imaging procedures

Safety protocols

Education

Associate’s degree

Job description

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

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