Interventional Radiology Technologist

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.

As a Senior Radiology Technician Heart and Vascular, you will work within the Heart Cardiac Catheterization Lab and the Electrophysiology Lab. You will be responsible for performing procedures, properly operating equipment, and recording results in a timely manner.

A caregiver in this position works days +calls, from 7:00AM3:30PM.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Perform exams as directed by physician to ensure appropriate views of anatomy are taken that will facilitate an accurate diagnosis.

• Assist physician directly, utilizing sterile technique for all invasive procedures.

• Prepare patient for diagnostic procedures including pulse assessment and sterile field preparation.

• Participate in assessment and quality of equipment and daily operational supplies with the department Manager and makes recommendations accordingly.

• Take emergency call after hours and on weekends when the need for emergent procedures occurs

• Maintain adequate level of supplies and proficient with inventory management system.

• Notify appropriate personnel to ensure proper maintenance of equipment.

• Assist in other areas of Heart and Vascular, if needed, if there is no other work in the designated department.

• Conduct patient education, screening, and scheduling.

• Assist with set up and execution of procedures and transportation of patients.

• Attend continuing education programs and complete mandatory training to maintain licensure, position specific ongoing competencies and professional growth.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Successful completion of approved School of Radiologic Technology program

• Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (R) (ARRT), in good standing

• Current state licensure (RL)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Certification in Cardiovascular-Interventional Radiography: (R)(CV)(ARRT)

• One or two years of experience as a diagnostic technologist

• OR one year of experience in special procedures

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

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $34.50

Maximum hourly: $51.00

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidates actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidates work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinics benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).