Radiology CT Technologist WKD

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, emergency care and specialty services along with Lifestyles, a medically based fitness program and facility.

As a Radiology CT Technologist, you will be responsible forperforming computerized tomography (CT) procedures to aid in diagnosing disease or injury.

Some of your duties include preparing and educating patients for CT exams, performing exams, and transferring the results from the CT console to the Picture Archive and Communication System (PACS).

The ideal future caregiver is someone who :

Has completed an accredited radiologic technology program, holds a current Radiology license in the state of Ohio, and is registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology.

Has Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).

Treats patients with compassion, empathy, and patience.

Is driven to excellence.

In this role, you will work in a dynamic and technologically advanced environment that allows you to discover, learn and grow.

You’llremain professionally challenged as you shape the career of your dreams and find where you belong, here at Cleveland Clinic.

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.

Responsibilities :

• 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 :

Personal Protective Equipment :