CT Technologist | Forbes Hospital

Highmark Health•Monroeville, PA

About The Position

This job performs prescribed radiographic imaging procedures at a technical level that does not require constant supervision. The CT Technologist competently performs a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment and initiative. The role includes positioning patients and performing imaging procedures independently, evaluating image quality and taking appropriate steps to resolve issues, and entering, transmitting, and reporting scan results. The technologist reviews patient history and physician orders, explains procedures and equipment to patients, and helps ensure their understanding and cooperation. When ordered and within scope of practice, the technologist prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications, continually monitors patient condition, and responds to or reports changes. The role also involves preparing equipment and supplies, selecting exposure factors and imaging parameters, following safety standards, performing equipment quality control, and troubleshooting or reporting malfunctions. Employees must comply with applicable ethical, legal, privacy, information security, and company conduct requirements, including HIPAA and company policies. The description may not include every duty or qualification associated with the role.

Requirements

Associate degree; or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
ARRT Registered (RT) in radiography (R) or NMTCB registered (CNMT) is required at time of hire.
Within 18 months of hire or transfer, obtain Computed Tomography (CT) certification or NMTCB registered (CT) certification, unless covered by the stated exception for employees already in a CT role before July 1, 2022; active existing certifications must be maintained.
American Heart Association CPR certification.
Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working as a CT Technologist.

Responsibilities

Position patients and independently perform imaging procedures.
Analyze imaging results, identify image-quality issues, and take appropriate action, including repositioning the patient or repeating the procedure.
Enter, transmit, and report scan results.
Review patient history and physician orders.
Educate patients about procedures, equipment, and examinations to support their understanding and cooperation.
When ordered and within scope of practice, prepare and administer contrast media and/or medications.
Continuously monitor patient condition and report or respond to changes as appropriate.
Prepare equipment and supplies and select appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
Implement safety standards and perform equipment quality-control procedures.
Troubleshoot, resolve, and/or report equipment malfunctions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with HIPAA, privacy and information security policies, the Code of Business Conduct, and applicable laws, regulations, policies, and training requirements.