CT Technologist Adv

UPMC • Hanover, PA

4h • Onsite

About The Position

The CT Technologist Adv performs advanced imaging procedures without constant supervision, using independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. The position supports the CAT Scanner department at UPMC Hanover and may perform services at satellite facilities where applicable.

The role includes advanced diagnostic imaging and patient care, quality-control activities, specialty equipment use, and collaboration with Radiologists on protocol development. The technologist also assists with staff and student training, quality assurance and regulatory testing, and system-level standardization activities. Candidates are placed in the appropriate career-ladder title and salary grade based on education and experience. Newly graduated Diagnostic Techs are welcome to apply, although two years of CT experience are required for this advanced role.

This is a full-time position scheduled 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, and 9:00 a.m.–9:30 p.m. Friday. Rotating call and holiday work are required. UPMC offers a $20,000 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires who commit to two years. Its Monthly Loan Repayment Program is available exclusively to graduates from December 2023 onward and offers up to $9,000 in loan repayment paid over three years.

Requirements

• Graduate of an ARRT-approved school of Radiologic Technology or completion of an accredited CNMT program.
• Two years of CT experience required.
• ARRT certification as a CT Technologist.
• CPR or BLS certification required; CPR must meet AHA standards including didactic and skills-demonstration components within 30 days of hire.
• Must have a strong/solid/good rating on the most recent performance review to be eligible for promotion.
• Required clearances and renewals: Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting, Act 33, Act 34, and Act 73 FBI Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Performs or assists the Clinical Specialist with quality assurance, regulatory testing, and other technical and research initiatives.
• Assists with training staff and student technologists.
• Monitors quality-control activities and provides patient care according to current protocols and procedures, demonstrating advanced Diagnostic Imaging knowledge.
• Demonstrates competency with specialty equipment, such as 3D reconstruction and cardiac scanning, and analyzes data promptly.
• Participates in standardization activities with system-level workgroups.
• Functions independently and covers off shifts and on-call responsibilities, and performs services at satellite facilities where applicable, while communicating with the lead and management team.
• Performs all job responsibilities of CT Tech I.
• Works directly with Radiologists on protocol development.

Benefits

• $20,000 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires committing to two years.
• Monthly Loan Repayment Program for graduates from December 2023 onward, offering up to $9,000 paid over three years.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree