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UPMC CT Technologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
$30,000 Sign-On Bonus now offered to eligible hires!
Sign-On Bonus Details: $15,000 for a 2-year work commitment or $30,000 for a three-year work commitment.
UPMC Shadyside is seeking full-time CT Technologists to join our team! Our department offers a variety of shifts:
3pm - 11pm Monday - Friday, including rotating weekends.
4 10-hour shifts (varied) including rotating weekends & every third weekend midnight.
If you are ready to expand your career in the Computed Tomography space, apply today to see where your career can take you!
Responsibilities:
Performs computed tomography procedures utilizing established scan protocols, including contrast administration without requiring constant supervision.
Utilizes complex imaging equipment for the acquisition, analysis, reconstruction and documentation of image data and completes procedures according to protocol.
Ensures all exams within his/her 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 assess patients for potential risk factors prior to the administration of the contrast media required for the imaging procedure.
Performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgement to adjust protocols, and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation appropriately for diagnostic CT purposes.
Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data.
Documents patient history in electronic record as required.
Demonstrates proper technique in venipuncture; demonstrates proper use of power injector according to set protocols set by department and/or manufacturer.
Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology or completion of accredited CNMT program.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
ARRT certified as a Radiologic Technologist is required or certified by a CNMT program.
Must obtain CT Board Certification within 18 months of hire date.
CPR or BLS Required.
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
ARRT Certificate OR Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification (NMTC)
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran