CT Technologist

Cleveland Clinic•Slaton, TX

14d•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 Mercy Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Officially becoming a full member of the Cleveland Clinic Health System in 2021, Mercy Hospital offers a wide variety of medical specialties to the communities in and around Stark County. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. As a CT Technologist, you will play a vital role in the diagnosis and treatment of our patients by producing high-quality cross-sectional images of internal organs and tissues. Using your advanced training and technical expertise, you will interpret imaging orders, administer contrast materials, prepare and operate sophisticated CT equipment, and position patients to obtain accurate diagnostic images. A caregiver in this position works 7:00pm—6:30am w/ holiday and weekend rotation. Some on-call requirements. 1 minor and 1 major holiday per year.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology
Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(R) (ARRT) in good standing
Computed Tomography (CT) Certification [R.T.(R) (CT) (ARRT)] within one year of hire
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross
Current state licensure
Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and related pathologic processes

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as a General Radiologic Technologist

Responsibilities

Check and prepare patients prior to CT study.
Acquire patients chart data/requisition and review both to determine correct room set-up and learn of any specific medical problems and contraindications to the study.
Verify that the study being ordered correlates to the diagnostic needs and that the patient’s demographic data is correct in all applicable systems.
Assure patient's safety and comfort during procedures.
Educate patients regarding procedure, equipment and exam to ensure understanding and cooperation.
Prepare and administer contrast media or medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
Perform VNA punctures, as necessary.
Maintain all aspects of the CT area, including the technical and clerical components, to ensure proper quality assurance results and any required documentation.
Acquire, archive, transmit and print images via PACS.
Complete appropriate paperwork and process billing via RIS.
Observe potential equipment dysfunctions and report problems to appropriate individuals.
Instruct and mentor new hires and Radiology students.