Radiology Technologist | Wexford HWP

Allegheny Health Network; Wexford (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is hiring a radiologic technologist to perform prescribed radiographic imaging procedures at a technical level that may not require constant supervision, using independent judgment and initiative.

Responsibilities include positioning patients, reviewing orders, educating patients about procedures, administering contrast when ordered, ensuring safety, quality control, and reporting scan results.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school or six months to one year related experience.
• Prior radiology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s); analyzes results and resolves image quality issues.
• Reviews patient history and orders; educates patient about procedures to ensure understanding.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope; monitors patient condition.
• Prepares equipment, selects exposure factors and imaging parameters; applies safety standards and quality control.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Prior radiology experience

Radiologic imaging procedures

Education

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

Job description

Job Overview

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

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.

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

Company

Allegheny Health Network

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