req#: 193795
Location: Euclid, OH
Facilities: Euclid Hospital,
Professional Area: Allied Health
Department: 3578 Radiology-Euclid Hospital
Job Code: D21035
Schedule: Part Time
Shift: Variable
Join Cleveland Clinic Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Cleveland Clinic is a top ranked hospital in the United States. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. As a Registered Radiology Technologist, you will perform radiology exams and procedures on patients of all ages. Your primary duties will include: – Performing general radiology, portable, and fluoroscopic procedures. – Assisting with scheduling patient procedures. – Educating patients regarding the procedures, equipment, and examination to ensure comfort and understanding. – Document and notify management of any malfunctions of equipment. The ideal candidate is someone who: – Currently is a Registered Technologist by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(R) (ARRT). – Currently has a Basic Life Support certificate. – Demonstrates effective communication skills. – Has knowledge of human anatomy. – Functions well under minimal supervision and in stressful situations. Cleveland Clinic provides what matters most: career growth, delivering world-class care to our patients, continuous learning, exceptional benefits and working for an organization that offers many long-term career paths. Join us and experience a culture where opportunities to advance and the support to get there go hand-in-hand.
Responsibilities:
- Performs ED/surgical procedures (trauma cases, fluoroscopic exams to include vascular, general medicine, ortho, cardiac, GI, GU, neuro, pediatrics, and general procedures).
- Produces images of optimal quality for interpretation with accuracy and without delay.
- Performs procedures in a sterile environment and maintains patient safety at all times.
- Provides verbal and written instructions to patients and families on procedures as needed.
- Assist in scheduling patients. Monitors and determines priority of patients.
- Ensures patients' safety and comfort during and after the exam.
- Demonstrates the care and operation of Radiography equipment according to technical specifications and applications.
- Assists Radiologists, physicians and surgeons with procedures.
- Knowledgeable in acquiring, archiving, transmitting, and printing images via PACS.
- When applicable, knowledge in after hours transmission of images and appropriate paperwork.
- Immediately reports any malfunctions to the help desk and PACS Administrator.
- Knowledgeable in billing via RIS.
- Maintains documentation requirements to ensure that all technical data is entered timely and accurately.
- Notifies management and takes proper action to address equipment malfunctions.
- Provides instruction/mentoring to new hires and Radiology students.
- Continually strives 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.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education:
- Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology.
Certifications:
- 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 required.
Complexity of Work:
- Knowledge of anatomy and related pathologic processes.
- Ability to communicate well with Radiologists and physicians to coordinate proper imaging of patients.
- Strong communication skills are essential to provide excellent care to patients and families.
- Ability to function well in minimal or no direct supervision.
Work Experience:
- Minimum one year experience as a General Radiologic Technologist is 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.
Keywords: Radiology Tech, X-Ray tech, Imaging, ARRT
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