PRN CT Technologist
Cleveland Clinic
Lodi, OH
Job posting number: #7127516 (Ref:ccf17930245)
Posted: March 7, 2023
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Join Cleveland Clinic’s Akron General and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Akron General provides state-of-the-art healthcare to all its patients. Akron General is ranked as the No. 1 hospital in the Akron metro area, and No. 7 hospital in Ohio, according to U.S. News & World Report’.” Akron Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. This designation is the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. You will work with state-of-the-art technology and will 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.
- Has at least two years of 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.
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.
- Has at least two years of 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.
- Performs computerized axial tomography (CT) procedures.
- Obtains patient history and clinical data for correlation with exams. Scans all required paperwork into the RIS system. Compiles exam for reading by radiologist.
- Critiques exam for film quality and proper identification.
- Documents reasons for any variation in procedure.
- Communicates with patients throughout exam. Assists patients, explains exam to patient and/or responsible party.
- Complies with OSHA and hospital infection control policies.
- Works unassisted; responds to calls on various shifts.
- Keeps manager informed of equipment/safety problems.
- Identifies, transports, lifts and positions patients for exams.
- Performs duties of a radiologic technologist as required and qualified.
- Exercises professional judgment in performance of procedure and patient care. Communicates with referring physician.
- Evaluates patients for age-appropriate behavior, motor skills and physiological norms.
- Assesses patients for signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect and reports findings to radiologist or staff physician.
- Follows safe radiation practices in selection of radiographic techniques and protective shielding to self and patient.
- Performs receptionist functions and clerical duties, film filing and purging.
- Controls inventory and purchase of supplies as assigned.
- Maintains cleanliness of room; stocks supplies.
- Performs quality assurance duties as assigned.
- Completes mandatory education and training in order to maintain organization and department specific competencies and requirements. Maintains applicable certification/licensure (ARRT must obtain within one year of appointment to position). Maintains CPR (BLS).
- Follows hospital/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:
- Graduate of a formal program of study accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and accreditation of the AMA, or completion of didactic and clinical experience.
Certifications:
- Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (R).
- 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.
- Registry in CT scanning preferred.
Work Experience:
- Licensed in Diagnostic Radiology with the ARRT in order to be eligible for onsite training in CT Scanning.
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
By embracing and understanding the diversity EVERY ONE brings, Cleveland Clinic has created an inclusive culture that promotes innovation, growth, and new ideas. This has enhanced our ability to attract the best global talent to provide the best patient experience possible. Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment/affirmative action employer: Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Smoke/drug free environment.
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