CT/MRI Scan Technologist Assistant

Cleveland Clinic

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital is a fully integrated medical campus that includes diagnostic centers, outpatient surgery and a 24-hour emergency department located in the state-of-the-art hospital. Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital is part of the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic, a nonprofit, multispecialty, academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. At the Cleveland Clinic Florida Department of Imaging, our team has the skills and expertise to provide the full spectrum of imaging services. From routine scans to in-depth evaluations, patients have access to every test they may need within our health system. As a CT/MRI Scan Technologist Assistant on this team, you will perform a variety of supportive tasks, including dispensing of department stock, stocking rooms daily, preparing oral contrast and exam data entry, providing direct care and enhancing customer satisfaction. This role is an excellent entry into healthcare and offers the opportunity to learn from some of the best caregivers in the field. A caregiver in this position works Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 7:00PM – 7:30AM.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED OR Current Radiology Student
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross
Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.
Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a healthcare-related field

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care and CT/MRI procedures.
Ensure rooms are set up properly before beginning of procedure and clean rooms in a timely manner post-procedure.
Report any change in patient condition or behavior.
Ensure patient modesty and comfort, assist patients with dressing changes and answer call lights as appropriate.
Ensure the patient is discharged to the appropriate destination.
Check proper identification of patient per policy and create patient identification bands.
Assist in positioning, lifting and transporting of patients.
Prepare oral contrast, schedule scans and watch the queue.
Verify physician exam orders, look at needs of patient and initiate communication and inpatient flow.
Document patient history, condition and any other pertinent information on requisition/history sheet and ensure all data is entered into the computer on day of exam, including nonprocedural changes, additional exams and order revision.
Acquire, archive, transmit and print images via PACS, when applicable.
Perform front desk administrative duties, answer phones and maintain department files.
Operate all equipment properly and with care, immediately report any malfunctions, necessary adjustments and complete necessary documentation.
Assess the patient's readiness and need for learning, considering all aspects of diversity and inclusion.
Provide verbal and/or written instructions for tests/procedures, diagnoses and discharge when appropriate.