req#: 239242
Location: Akron, OH
Facilities: Akron General Medical Center,
Professional Area: Allied Health
Department: 9594 Radiol-CT Scan-Cleveland Clinic Akron General
Job Code: AK0944
Schedule: PRN
Shift: Variable
Join us at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital where we have been providing world-class care to our community for over 100 years. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Akron General, we strive for patient-centered care and comfort with our collaborative team of healthcare professionals. We are committed to serving the community and treat our patients as family. As a CT Technologist, you will perform CT exams on patients of all ages. Technologists work in various care settings throughout our bustling main campus. The ideal caregiver is someone who: – Thrives in a busy, high-volume environment. – Collaborates well with other caregivers in a team-based culture. – Works hard and takes the initiative to learn. Cleveland Clinic is home to some of the most sophisticated imaging technology in the world. You’ll learn under the guidance and supervision of radiologists who are at the top of their field. CT technologists can also grow into other roles within the radiology department at Cleveland Clinic. We also welcome Radiology Technologists seeking to sharpen their skill set in the exciting field of computed tomography. At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That’s why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you’ll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you’ll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values
- Schedules and prepares patients for exams including coordinating procedures with Radiology, nursing units and other departments.
- Oversees maintenance of equipment to ensure full calibration and complete functioning.
- Maintains adequate inventory of supplies.
- Observes patient constantly to respond to any adverse reactions to ensure safety.
- Keeps abreast of new development in field by attending appropriate meetings/seminars and reviewing current literature.
- Works continually to anticipate and exceed the needs and expectations of customers.
- Assesses patients clinical history and performs exams appropriately by selecting proper setting to correspond to patients size, shape and clinical history
- Selects proper settings that best demonstrate normal anatomy and pathology and transfer from computer to PACS and/or film.
- Uses workstations proficiently to produce quality 3 D reconstructions.
- Identifies patient and properly evaluates requisition for exam to be performed.
- Identifies contrast and dosage and loads pressure injector using proper settings.
- Injects contrast material by intravenous puncture or established intravenous, under the direction of the radiologist.
- Ensures the safety of patients, visitors, co-workers and self, by using appropriate radiation and bloodborne pathogen precautions.
- Complies with all Radiology information systems (including PACS) entry requirements for accurate patient, film, supply and tracking monitors.
- Assists and supports the Radiologic student program, specifically the clinical aspect. Provides supervision and feedback to students as they perform procedures. Reviews images with students on request and provides quarterly evaluations of students to clinical instructions for formal reviews.
- Completes mandatory education and training in order to maintain organization and department specific competencies and requirements. Maintains applicable certification/licensure.
- Follows hospital and department policies and procedures with special attention to attendance and punctuality, confidentiality, dress code and display of ID badge, and safety.
- Other duties as assigned
Education:
- High school graduate or the equivalent.
Certifications:
- Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology. Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in computer tomography within one year of appointment. Current license in the State of Ohio.
Complexity of Work:
- Maintains competencies specific to patient population served.
- Ability to work other shifts including weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.
Work Experience:
- Two years experience in diagnostic Radiology in order to be eligible for onsite training in CT Scanning preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required
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