Radiologist Assistant - GI Procedures

Cleveland Clinic

1d•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’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the country. At Cleveland Clinic, 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 Radiology Assistant (RA), you will provide primary various radiologic services under an overseeing physician. Under their guidance and discretion, you will exercise autonomy in decision making regarding patient assessment, management and medical imaging and interventional services. You will join an exciting and engaging workplace culture in which you can enhance your skills while interacting with a diverse patient population and developing meaningful relationships. A caregiver in this position works Monday - Friday| 8:00am - 5:00pm| mainly weekdays| could work weekends on a rotating shift as well once established in role.

Requirements

Graduate of an educational program recognized by the ARRT
Certified and in active standing with the AART
Validation of participating in continuing education with a minimum of 50 credit hours in each biannual period
Registered Technologist in Radiology [RT(R)] credentialed by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and Registered Radiologist Assistant (R.R.A.) credentialed by with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Current state licensure as a Radiographer
Current license as a Radiologist Assistant with the State Medical Board of Ohio
Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross
3 years of experience as a Registered Radiology Technologist
Must be able to lift or assist with lifting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment daily.
Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
Must be knowledgeable and demonstrate competency in all OSHA requirements.
Must demonstrate the use of MSDS appropriately.
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Responsibilities

Evaluate the daily schedule of procedures with the supervising physician.
Perform procedures as directed, including fluoroscopic procedures, ultrasound guided biopsies and/or drainages, CT guided biopsies and/or drainages, Arthrograms, Myelograms and any other procedures the Radiologist deems necessary.
Evaluate medical images, review preliminary reports and images with a supervising physician and prepare technical reports to be reviewed and signed off.
Assess and evaluate the physiological and psychological responsiveness of each patient.
Participate in patient management, including prescriptive acquisition following review with the supervision physician.
Administer and/or order intravenous medication and contrast media, under the supervision of a physician and record documentation in the medical record.
Maintain values congruent with the Code of Ethics, as well as adhering to national, institutional and/or departmental standards, policies and procedures regarding the standards of care for patients.
Maintain patient modesty and comfort, perform basic nursing functions, report any change in patient condition or behavior, respect confidentiality of patient records and maintain professional demeanor.
Support Corporate Compliance initiatives by attending departmental meetings/in-services to maintain current knowledge and understanding of appropriate compliance-related processes in their job, department, and entity.
Assess and identify signs and symptoms of abuse and/or neglect for all populations served.
Encourage patients to be active partners in their care to prevent harm or injury.