CT MRI Scan Technologist Assistant

Cleveland Clinic

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Cleveland Clinic team where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. 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. Through collaboration with Technologists, you will help ensure safety, quality and a positive patient experience. This role is an excellent entry into healthcare and offers the opportunity to learn from some of the best caregivers in the field. There are opportunities to cross-train in other areas as well as growth courses in leadership offered by Cleveland Clinic.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED OR Current Radiology Student
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross

Nice To Haves

One year of healthcare experience

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.