CT/Radiology Technologist - Weekender

Cleveland Clinic

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Join Cleveland Clinic Akron General's Stow Health and Wellness Center and become part of a top healthcare system in Akron. This patient-friendly facility offers a variety of primary care, emergency care and specialty services along with Lifestyles, a medically based fitness program and facility. Computed Tomography (CT) Technologists use computerized tomography (CT) scanners to produce cross-section images of patients’ internal organs and tissues for the diagnosis of medical issues. A CT Scan Technologist must be able to accurately interpret a physician’s scanning instructions, administer contrast materials, prepare and operate the CT scan equipment and position the patient to capture the appropriate images. This role is critical in the overall treatment of our patients, making you an invaluable asset to the Cleveland Clinic system. A caregiver in this position works weekend days from 6:30AM – 7:00PM, including 2 holidays per year.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology
Current certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologists in Computer Tomography within 24 months of hire
Current Radiology license in the State of Ohio
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross

Nice To Haves

One year of CT experience
Two years of diagnostic radiology experience to be eligible for on-site training in CT scanning

Responsibilities

Perform computerized tomography procedures to aid in diagnosing disease or injury.
Prepare and educate patients for CT exams.
Assess patient's clinical history.
Adjust techniques and protocols on equipment to correspond to patient habitus and pathology.
Research lab values for patient and inject contrast under the direction of Radiologist as required (bolus or power injectors).
Perform exams and transfer results from the CT console to Picture Archive and Communication System (PACS).
Observe patients constantly and respond to any adverse reactions to ensure safety.
Work with referring physicians to ensure the correct exam is ordered and performed for the patient.
Oversee maintenance of equipment to ensure full calibration and complete functioning.
Keep abreast of new developments in field by attending appropriate meetings/seminars and reviewing current literature to maintain required state of Ohio and AART continuing education credits.
Proficiently transfer to other modalities as qualified and/or needed, utilizing proper exam protocols and injection procedures.
Comply with Radiology Information System and PACS entry requirements for accurate patient, film, and supply tracking monitors.
Complete mandatory education and training to maintain organization and department specific competencies and requirements.
Maintain applicable certification, licensure and registration.
Assist and support the Radiologic student program by providing supervision and feedback to students as they perform procedures, reviewing images with students and providing quarterly evaluations.