CT Technologist

CT TechnologistJoin the Cleveland Clinic team where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation 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.A caregiver in this position works days, from 9:00am—5:30pm.A caregiver who excels in this role will:Provide computed tomography imaging and patient care services at defined levels for patients of all ages.Check and prepare patients prior to CT study.Acquire patients chart data/requisition and review both to determine correct room set-up and learn of any specific medical problems and contraindications to the study.Verify that the study being ordered correlates to the diagnostic needs.Assure patient's safety and comfort during procedures.Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment and exams to ensure understanding and cooperation.Prepare and administer contrast media or medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.Perform VNA punctures as necessary.Maintain all aspects of the CT area, including the technical and clerical components, to ensure proper quality assurance results and any required documentation.Acquire, archive, transmit and print images via PACS.Observe potential equipment dysfunctions and report problems to appropriate individuals.Maintain available equipment up-to-date at the highest level.Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:Graduate of an accredited School of Radiologic TechnologyRegistered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists [R.T.(R) (ARRT)] in good standingCertification in Computed Tomography [R.T.(R) (CT) (ARRT)] within one year of hireBasic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red CrossCurrent state licensure required prior to employment.Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and related pathologic processesPreferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:One year of experience as a General Radiologic TechnologistPhysical 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 (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our 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 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: review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster.Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.