What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiology Technologist Surgery position at Cleveland Clinic?
Radiology Technologist Surgery
This position is eligible for up to a $5,000 sign on bonus!
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.
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.
A caregiver in this position would work TWO 8 hr. shifts and TWO 12 hr. shifts with a start time of 7:30am. No on call; work some holidays and every other weekend.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Perform ED/surgical procedures (trauma cases, fluoroscopic exams to include vascular, general medicine, ortho, cardiac, GI, GU, neuro, pediatrics, and general procedures).
Produce images of optimal quality for interpretation with accuracy and without delay.
Perform procedures in a sterile environment and maintain patient safety.
Provide verbal and written instructions to patients and families on procedures as needed.
Assist in scheduling patients. Monitors and determines 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.
Knowledgeable in acquiring, archiving, transmitting, and printing images via PACS.
Report any malfunctions to the help desk and PACS Administrator.
Maintain documentation requirements to ensure that all technical data is entered timely and accurately.
Notify management and take proper action to address equipment malfunctions.
Provides instruction/mentoring to new hires and Radiology students.
Strive to learn new technical information and skills through attendance of periodic in-service programs and participation in professional affiliation sessions.
May be required to rotate through all diagnostic imaging modalities and locations.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology.
Must be a Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(R) (ARRT), in good standing.
Current state licensure (RL) required prior to employment.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Knowledge in billing via RIS.
Knowledge of anatomy and related pathologic processes.
Can communicate well with Radiologists and physicians to coordinate proper imaging of patients.
Effective communication skills are essential to provide excellent care to patients and families.
Can function well in minimal or no direct supervision.
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Minimum one year experience as a General Radiologic Technologist.
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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.
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000
