CT Technologist

We are offering a $10, sign-on bonus with a 2-year commitment or a $30, sign-on bonus with a 3-year work commitment!

Are you someone who thrives off working with a close team? At UPMC Mercy, each department collaborates with one another, so you will experience a culture like no other.

UPMC Mercy is Pittsburgh’s only Catholic hospital with specialized services, including the neurosciences, Level I trauma and burn services, women’s health, orthopaedics, and physical medicine and rehabilitation.

This full-time CT Technologist position will be scheduled varied shifts and days with weekend and holiday responsibilities.

Responsibilities :

Performs computed tomography procedures utilizing established scan protocols, including contrast administration without requiring constant supervision.

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.

Utilizes complex imaging equipment for the acquisition, analysis, reconstruction, and documentation of image data and completes procedures according to protocol.

Demonstrates proper technique in venipuncture; demonstrates proper use of power injector according to set protocols set by department and / or manufacturer.

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.

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.

Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patient's fears and solicit their cooperation.

Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures.

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.

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.

CT Tech qualifications :

Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology or completion of accredited CNMT program.

CT Tech Adv qualifications :

Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology or completion of accredited CNMT program. 2 years CT experience required.

Must have obtained a performance review rating of strong / solid / good on most recent performance review to be eligible for promotion.

ARRT certified as a CT Technologist.

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 required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

Act 31 Clearance

Act 33 Child Clearance with Renewal

Act 34 Criminal Clearance with Renewal

Act 73 FBI Clearance

American Registered Radiologic Technologists

Basic Life Support or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation

Nuclear Medical Technologist Certification

Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the career ladder based on their individual experience and education.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Individuals hired into this role must comply with UPMC’s COVID vaccination requirements upon beginning employment with UPMC.

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