CT Technologist

Cleveland Clinic•Medina, OH

56d•$40 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Join Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. As a proud recipient of the Vizient, Inc.'s Bernard A. Birnbaum, MD, Quality Leadership Award, Medina Hospital is known for its excellence in delivering safe, patient-centered care that is timely, effective, efficient, and equitable. Medina Hospital has also been recognized for its commitment to creating a positive environment that empowers and engages staff by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Here, you can build a rewarding, lifelong career while receiving endless support and encouragement. As a CT Technologist, you will produce cross-section images of internal organs and tissues for the diagnosis of various medical issues. Utilizing your advanced training and knowledge, you will accurately interpret scanning instructions, administer contrast materials, prepare and operate the 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. This is a regular PRN position, with caregivers working shifts varying between 12:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m. (A minimum of 36 hours every 6 weeks is required) A caregiver who excels in this role will: Provide computed tomography imaging and patient care services at defined levels for patients of all ages. 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. Assure patient's safety and comfort during procedures. Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment and exams 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. Observe potential equipment dysfunctions and report problems to appropriate individuals. Maintain available equipment up-to-time at the highest level.

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
Current state licensure
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross
Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and related pathologic processes

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as a General Radiologic Technologist

Responsibilities

Provide computed tomography imaging and patient care services at defined levels for patients of all ages.
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.
Assure patient's safety and comfort during procedures.
Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment and exams 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.
Observe potential equipment dysfunctions and report problems to appropriate individuals.
Maintain available equipment up-to-time at the highest level.