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CT Technologist

Company: Allegheny Health Network

Job Description:

• Perform prescribed CT imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision.
• Competently perform a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment and initiative.
• Position patients and perform imaging procedures.
• Analyze results and identify issues with the quality of imaging results.
• Take appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning the patient and repeating the procedure.
• Enter, transmit, and report scan results.
• Review patient history and physician's orders.
• Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment, and exams to ensure patient understanding and cooperation.
• Prepare and administer contrast media and/or medications within the scope of practice when ordered.
• Monitor patient condition continually and report/respond to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepare equipment and supplies. Select appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Implement safety standards and perform appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
• Troubleshoot, resolve, and/or report equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Associate's Degree; or Certification from a technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) - Radiography Certification and Registration or Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board.
• Computed Tomography (CT) Certification is required within 18 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working as a CT Technologist.
• ARRT (CT) certification.

Compliance Requirement:

This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) and all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.

Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.