CT Technologist

Job Title CT Technologist Location Akron Facility Bath Health and Wellness Department Radiology – CT Scan – Cleveland Clinic Akron General Job Code D23029 Shift Day/Evening/Night/Weekend Schedule 6:30am–7:00pm / 6:30pm–7:00am Job Details As part of Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital, the Bath Health and Wellness Center offers patient-friendly primary care and specialty services to the surrounding community. Our expert physicians and caregivers continuously aim to create a welcoming and supportive environment for patients of all ages. Here, you will receive endless appreciation and encouragement while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. As a CT Technologist you will produce cross-section images of internal organs and tissues for the diagnosis of various medical issues. Utilizing your advanced training and knowledge, you will accurately interpret scanning instructions, administer contrast materials, prepare and operate the equipment, and position the patient to capture the appropriate images. This role is critical in the overall treatment of our patients, making you an invaluable asset to the Cleveland Clinic system. Caregiver Coverage and Assignment : This position primarily provides weekend coverage, working either 6:30 AM–7:00 PM or 6:30 PM–7:00 AM shifts. Additional weekday hours may be available based on departmental needs and caregiver availability. Depending on availability, the caregiver may be assigned exclusively to Bath or may float between Bath, Green, and Stow locations to provide coverage across multiple sites. Desired Candidate Attributes Acquire patient chart data/requisition and review to determine correct room set-up and learn of any specific medical problems, contraindications to the study, and verify that the study being ordered correlates to the diagnostic needs. Educate patients regarding procedure, equipment, and exam to ensure understanding and cooperation. Maintain all aspects of the CT area including technical and clerical components to ensure proper quality assurance results and any required documentation. Minimum Qualifications Graduate of an accredited School of Radiologic Technology. Registered Technologist credentialed by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (R.T.(R) (ARRT)) in good standing. Certification in Computed Tomography (R.T.(R) (CT) (ARRT)) within one year of hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA). Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and related pathologic processes. Preferred Qualifications One year of experience as a General Radiologic Technologist. 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. The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals is to provide equal opportunity to all caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug-free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances. Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption. Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled person or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility. If applying for a Florida position, please see the following website for more information on the background screening requirements required by the Agency of Health Care Administration: Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster. Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr