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Radiology Technologist

Akron, OH, US


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Location: Akron, OH

Facilities: Akron General Medical Center,

Professional Area: Allied Health

Department: 9595 Radiol – Diagnostic-Cleveland Clinic Akron General

Job Code: AK0960

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Day/Evening Rotation

Radiology Technologist  

Join the Cleveland Clinic Akron General team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. 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.  

Radiology Technologists use x-ray equipment to obtain images of the body interpreted by a Radiologist and are responsible for preparing patients for the exam, moving and instructing the patient into the proper position, correctly operating the equipment, and obtaining a high-quality image while minimizing radiation dose to the patient. Radiology Technologists may go on to specialize in more specific imaging techniques such as bone densitometry, cardiovascular-interventional radiography, computer tomography, mammography, magnetic resonance imaging and nuclear medicine.  

A caregiver in this position works  12:30pm – 11:00pm

A caregiver who excels in this role will:  

  • Adjust and control complex electronic equipment in applying ionizing radiation for radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations. 

  • Prepare and position patients prior to procedures to ensure their safety and to obtain desired reports for diagnostic purposes. 

  • Calculate and select appropriate equipment and technical factors such as proper type of film and number of kilovolts or milliamperes.  

  • Maintain working condition of all equipment and report any malfunctions or needs for adjustments to appropriate personnel. 

  • Assist in maintaining sanitary condition of radiology area. 

  • Comply with all Radiology information system entry requirements for accurate patient, film, supply, tracking monitors. 

  • Assist and support the Radiologic student program, specifically the clinical aspect. 

  • Complete mandatory education and training to maintain organization and department-specific competencies and requirements 

 

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

  • Completion of Radiologic Technology programs from approved school. 

  • Registered Radiographer (R) with American Registry of Radiology Technologists. 

  • Current Radiology state license. 

  •  Basic Life Support from American Heart Association. 

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: 

  • One year of experience as a General Radiologic Technologist.   

Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/  

 

Physical Requirements:

  • Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to lift or assist with lifting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment daily.

Personal Protective Equipment:

  • Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

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 tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine. All new caregivers must clear a nicotine test within their 90-day new hire period. Candidates for employment who are impacted by Cleveland Clinic Health System’s Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after one year.
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.

Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster

Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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