Job Description

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Job Title

CT/Radiology Technologist - Weekender

Location

Stow

Facility

Stow Health and Wellness

Department

Radiol-CT Scan-Cleveland Clinic Akron General

Job Code

AK1168

Shift

Weekend Days

Schedule

6:30am-7:00pm

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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, emergencycareand specialty services along with Lifestyles, a medically based fitness program and facility

ComputedTomography (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 CTScan Technologist must be able to accurately interpret a physician’s scanning instructions, administer contrast materials, prepare andoperatethe CT scan equipment and position the patient to capture theappropriate imagesThis 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 worksweekenddays from 6:30AM – 7:00PM, including 2 holidays per year

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Perform computerized tomography procedures to aid in diagnosing disease or injury.

• Prepareandeducate patients for CT exams.

• Assesspatient'sclinical history.

• Adjust techniques and protocols on equipment to correspond to patienthabitusand pathology.

• Research lab values for patient and inject contrast under the direction of Radiologist asrequired(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 infieldby attendingappropriate meetings/seminarsand reviewing current literature tomaintainrequiredstate of Ohio and AART continuing education credits.

• Proficiently transfer to other modalities as qualified and/or needed,utilizingproper exam protocols and injection procedures.

• Comply withRadiology Information System and PACS entry requirements foraccuratepatient, film, and supply tracking monitors.

• Complete mandatory education and training tomaintainorganization anddepartmentspecific competencies and requirements.

• Maintain applicable certification,licensureand registration.

• Assistand support the Radiologic student program by providing supervision and feedback to students as they perform procedures, reviewing images withstudentsand providing quarterly evaluations.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Completion of an accreditedRadiologicTechnology program

• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology

• Current certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologistsin Computer Tomography within24 monthsof hire

• CurrentRadiologylicenseinthe State of Ohio

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)or American Red Cross

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• One year of CT experience

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

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.

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