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UPMC CT Technologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Are you interested in growing your clinical career while making a direct, meaningful impact on patient care? Want a work environment that values employee development and well-being? Join the UPMC Mercy Imaging team today!
UPMC Mercy is seeking a full-time CT Technologist to support the CT Department in Downtown Pittsburgh!
We are offering a $15,000 sign-on bonus for a 2-year commitment or a $30,000 sign-on bonus for a 3-year commitment to eligible hires!
UPMC's new Monthly Loan Repayment Program, exclusively for December 2023 or later graduates, offers $9,000 in loan repayment paid over three years!
The CT Technologist will work two 8-hour and two 12-hour shifts per week, with rotating shifts of daylight, evening, and night hours. This role will work weekend shifts every other weekend, and will have a holiday rotation, as needed. No on-call hours or travel required!
The CT Technologist performs imaging procedures at a technical level, not requiring constant supervision. This role competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes.
Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary based on individual experience and education, at manager discretion.
Why UPMC Mercy? Why UPMC Imaging?
UPMC Mercy is proud to offer the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and Comprehensive Burn Center under one roof!
Our Trauma and Burn Center has recently been recognized by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses with the Silver Beacon Award! This award is bestowed on units that achieve positive patient outcomes, a supportive work environment, and a skilled and engaged nursing workforce.
UPMC Mercy is ranked #13 in the nation for Rehabilitation by U.S. News & World Report.
The UPMC Vision Institute and the UPMC Rehabilitation Institute sit at the first-of-its-kind UPMC Mercy Pavilion.
Did you know that Mercy Hospital was the first hospital in Pittsburgh, and the first Mercy Hospital ever in the world? Established in 1847, Mercy Hospital merged with UPMC in 2008 to become UPMC Mercy.
Secure, discounted staff parking available within close proximity to the hospital!
Career ladder opportunities, full benefits package, yearly employee evaluations, and more!
Responsibilities:
Performs computed tomography procedures utilizing established scan protocols, including contrast administration.
Utilizes complex imaging equipment for the acquisition, analysis, reconstruction, and documentation of image data.
Ensures all exams within area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through RIS system, all exams are properly networked to ISITE for archiving and interpretation, and all charges are adequately entered for the exams performed.
Administers PO, rectal, and IV contrast per physician orders/department policy and assesses patients for potential risk factors prior to the administration of the contrast media required for the imaging procedure.
Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner, and explains procedures to help allay the patient's fears and solicit their cooperation.
Demonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity, and respect.
Able to work as a team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.
Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers.
Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, and documents patient history in electronic record, as required.
Demonstrates proper technique in venipuncture.
Graduate of an ARRT-approved school of Radiologic Technology or completion of accredited CNMT program.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
Must obtain CT Board Certification within 18 months of hire date.
ARRT Certificate OR Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification (NMTC)
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran