CT Technologist- (Full-Time

As a CT Technologist, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality diagnostic imaging services using computed tomography equipment. You will work closely with radiologists and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate imaging, patient safety, and compassionate care in a fast-paced clinical environment.

This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $20,000!!

UPMC's brand new Monthly Loan Repayment program, exclusively for December 2023 and later graduates, offering $9,000 in loan repayment paid over three years (Full-Time employees are eligible.

Responsibilities:

• Perform CT procedures independently using established scan protocols, including contrast administration.
• Operate advanced imaging equipment for image acquisition, reconstruction, and documentation.
• Ensure accurate coding, tracking, and archiving of exams using RIS and ISITE systems.
• Administer oral, rectal, and IV contrast per physician orders and assess for risk factors.
• Clearly communicate procedure instructions to patients and provide reassurance.
• Apply independent judgment to adjust protocols and use ionizing radiation appropriately.
• Collaborate effectively with patients and team members, demonstrating empathy and respect.
• Verify patient identity using two identifiers and follow universal protocol for procedures.
• Review patient history and physician orders to apply appropriate imaging protocols.
• Demonstrate proficiency in venipuncture and use of power injectors per departmental standards.

Schedule: This position will work rotating days, shifts, weekends, and holidays. The 10 hour shifts: 6a-4p, 7a-5p, 8a-6p, 9a-7p, 11a-9p, 2p-12a and 9p-7a. May be pulled to other shifts/days based on hospital needs.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology or completion of accredited CNMT program.
• ARRT registry eligible technologist must obtain ARRT registry within 6 months of hire date.
• CT registry must be acquired within 18 months of the date the primary registry was acquired.
• CNMT graduates must obtain CNMT registry within 6 months of hire date.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• BLS OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR required within 30 days of hire/transfer
• ARRT Certificate OR Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification (NMTC
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran