What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgery Radiology Technologist - General X-Ray position at ccf?
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Job Title
Surgery Radiology Technologist - General X-Ray
Location
Weston
Facility
CC Florida Hospital Weston
Department
Diagnostic Radiology-Diagnostics Institute
Job Code
000378
Shift
Days Call
Schedule
10:00am-6:30pm
Job Summary
Job Details
*This position is eligible for a sign on bonus of up to $5,000*
Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education, all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic’s Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale and Florida regions. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
As a Radiology Technologist, you will use the latest equipment to obtain images by preparing patients for exams and moving and instructing them into the proper position. Because you will interact so closely with patients, you can help enhance their experience and make a lasting difference in their lives.
A caregiver in this position works days from 10am - 6:30pm, with on-call requirements.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
- Perform radiology exams and fluoroscopic procedures on patients of all ages. Perform ED/surgical procedures (trauma cases, fluoroscopic exams to include vascular, general medicine, ortho, cardiac, GI, GU, neuro, pediatrics, and general procedures) in a sterile environment.
- Produce images of optimal quality for interpretation with accuracy and without delay.
- Provide verbal and written instructions to patients and families on procedures as needed.
- Assist in scheduling patients.
- Monitor and determine priority of patients.
- Ensure patients' safety and comfort during and after the exam.
- Demonstrate the care and operation of radiography equipment according to technical specifications and applications.
- Assist Radiologists, physicians and surgeons with procedures.
- Have knowledge of acquiring, archiving, transmitting, and printing images via PACS.
- Have knowledge of billing via RIS.
- Maintain documentation requirements to ensure that all technical data is entered timely and accurately.
- Provide instruction/mentoring to new hires and radiology students.
- Continually strive to learn new technical information and skills through attending periodic in-service programs and participating in professional affiliation sessions.
- Rotate through all diagnostic imaging modalities and locations as needed.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
- Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology
- Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, in good standing.
- Current state licensure as a Radiology Technologist
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Knowledge of anatomy and related pathologic processes
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
- One year of experience as a General Radiologic Technologist
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Physical Requirements:
Standing and walking for extended periods of time
Lifting or assisting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment daily
Personal Protective Equipment:
Follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required
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