CT Technologist

Looking for a CT role where you can grow your skills, work with advanced technology, and be part of a collaborative team?

UPMC St. Margaret is seeking a Full-Time CT Technologist to join our Imaging Services team. In this role, you'll work alongside experienced physicians, APPs, and fellow imaging professionals while gaining exposure to a wide variety of CT procedures, including innovative orthopedic imaging protocols.

This is a 40-hour, full-time position in a 24/7 department with rotating shifts. We offer flexible scheduling options, including 8-, 10-, and 12-hour shifts, because we know work-life balance matters. The position includes weekend and holiday requirements, with shift times varying based on department needs.

Our department is committed to developing our team members through cross-training opportunities and the CT Technologist Career Ladder, helping you expand your expertise and advance your career. We're also proud of our recent success during our stroke survey and our continued commitment to excellence in patient care.

What We Offer:

• Up to $20,000 Sign-On Bonus with a two-year commitment
• Monthly Loan Repayment Program for eligible graduates
• Tuition reimbursement
• On-site parking
• Full benefits package
• Career advancement opportunities through the CT Technologist Career Ladder
• Opportunity to work with leading clinicians and advanced imaging technology

If you're passionate about imaging and want to be part of a team that values professional growth, innovation, and exceptional patient care, we'd love to hear from you!

The CT Technologist is an important step on the CT Technologist career ladder. Final candidates will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary structure base on experience, and certification.

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 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 explain procedures to help allay the patient's fears and solicit their cooperation.
• 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.
• 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 team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.
• 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.
• 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 an accredited CNMT program. 
• An ARRT registry-eligible technologist must obtain ARRT registry within 6 months of the hire date. CT registry must be acquired within 18 months of the date the primary registry was acquired or date of hire if primary registry is already obtained. 
• CNMT graduates must obtain CNMT registry within 6months of hire date. 
  Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
  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 or date of hire if primary registry is already obtained.All CT Technologist working in NY facilities performing contrast media injection are required to have received certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) and be Licensed through the New York State Department of Health.CPR or BLS Required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.If practicing under a temporary permit: cannot administer IV contrast or participate in contrast-enhanced CT requiring IV administration duties, must be under direct supervision of licensed radiologic technologist, must obtain ARRT certification within 180 days of permit issue date.  Temporary permits expire 180 days from date of issuance, or upon notice that license application denied, or ten days after notification of failure of licensing exam, whichever occurs first.
   
• ARRT Certificate OR Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification (NMTC)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
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• Act 33
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• Act 73 FBI Clearance

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran