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 receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a CT Technologist, you will be working with the department and medical staff to improve the care of patients by providing support, education and assistance daily. You will perform duties involving applying ionizing radiation for the purpose of detecting pathology. Your primary duties will include:

• Answering questions about scheduling, networking, and patient information.

• Effectively completing and ensuring that all electronic data is sent to its right destination.

• Showing knowledge of clinical procedures, equipment and policies.

• Documenting charts of procedure completion and follow-ups.

• Answering phone calls in a prompt and professional manner.

The ideal future caregiver is someone who:

• Thrives well in a collaborative, close-knit team.

• Shows strong levels of communication skills.

• Can multitask and prioritize work in a stressful, fast-paced environment.

• Provides empathy and patient-centered care.

• Carries at least two years experience as an Imaging Technologist.

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 and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

• Prepares/educates patients for CT exams. Assesses patient's clinical history. Adjusts techniques and protocols on equipment to correspond to patient habitus and pathology.

• Researches Lab values for patient and injects contrast under direction of Radiologist as required (bolus or power injectors).

• Performs exams and transfers results from CT console to Picture Archive and Communication System (PACS). Reformats as necessary.

• Observes patient constantly to respond to any adverse reactions to ensure safety.

• Works with referring physicians to ensure the correct exam is ordered and performed for the patient.

• Oversees maintenance of equipment to ensure full calibration and complete functioning.

• Keeps abreast of new developments in field by attending appropriate meetings/seminars and reviewing current literature to maintain required state of Ohio and AART continuing education credits.

• Proficiently transfers to other modalities as qualified and/or needed, utilizing proper exam protocols and injection procedures.

• Complies with Radiology Information System and PACS entry requirements for accurate patient, film, and supply tracking monitors.

• Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and monitors working condition of equipment; reports any malfunctions or needs for adjustments to appropriate personnel.

• Completes mandatory education and training in order to maintain organization and department specific competencies and requirements. Maintains applicable certification/licensure.

• 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.

• Follows system 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:

• Completion of accredited radiologic technology program.

Certifications:

• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology.

• Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in computer tomography within 24 months of appointment.

• Current Radiology license in the State of Ohio.

• BLS from AHA.

Complexity of Work:

• Maintains competencies specific to patient population served.

• Ability to travel site-to-site as required.

Work Experience:

• One year of computerized tomography experience preferred. Two years experience in diagnostic radiology in order to be eligible for on-site training in CT scanning preferred.

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

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