CT Technologist

Job Description

Join a dedicated imaging team at UPMC Somerset where your skills make a direct impact on patient care. This casual opportunity offers the chance to work with advanced CT technology in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Casual (As-Needed) position, Varying shifts, including rotating weekends and holidays, to support department needs

As a CT Technologist, you will perform imaging procedures at a technical level without constant supervision, using independent judgment, initiative, and expertise. In this role, you’ll apply ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes while ensuring high-quality imaging and a safe, comfortable patient experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT imaging procedures using established protocols, including contrast administration, with a high level of independence
• Operate complex imaging equipment to acquire, analyze, reconstruct, and document diagnostic images
• Adjust imaging techniques and protocols using clinical judgment to ensure optimal diagnostic results
• Administer oral, rectal, and IV contrast in accordance with physician orders and department guidelines while assessing patient risk factors
• Demonstrate proper venipuncture technique and safe use of power injectors per protocol
• Clearly explain procedures to patients, helping ease concerns and ensure cooperation
• Provide compassionate care by treating patients and colleagues with dignity, respect, and professionalism
• Accurately verify patient identity using two identifiers and follow universal protocol standards
• Review patient history and physician orders to ensure appropriate imaging and thorough documentation in the electronic record
• Ensure all exams are properly coded, tracked, and documented in RIS and archived for interpretation, with accurate charge entry
• Collaborate effectively with team members and other departments to support efficient patient care delivery

Take the next step in your career with a team that values precision, compassion, and teamwork at UPMC Somerset.

• 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 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 Certificate OR Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification (NMTC)
  • 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
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
• 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