Radiology Technologist

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives - beginning with our own. That's the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Job Title: Radiology Technologist Location: Port St Lucie Facility: Tradition Hospital Department: TMC Imaging Radiology-Cleveland Clinic Martin Health Job Code: 000609 Shift: Variable Schedule: 12:00am-12:00am Job Summary Join Cleveland Clinic Tradition Hospital's team of caregivers that provide top-quality patient care to the communities in and around Port St. Lucie. Opening its doors in 2013 and expanding in 2017, this state-of-the-art acute care facility has 177 patient rooms and offers services in a wide variety of specialties to meet community needs. You'll be supported as you follow your dreams and find where you belong, here at Tradition Hospital . Job Details Radiology Technologists use x-ray equipment to obtain images of the body interpreted by a Radiologist and are responsible for preparing patients for the exam, moving and instructing the patient into the proper position, correctly operating the equipment, and obtaining a high-quality image while minimizing radiation dose to the patient. Radiology Technologists may go on to specialize in more specific imaging techniques such as bone densitometry, cardiovascular-interventional radiography, computer tomography, mammography, magnetic resonance imaging and nuclear medicine . A PRN caregiver in this position works varying days and hours. Schedules will be provided a month in advance to confirm availability for open shifts. PRN caregivers in this role average approximately 20 hours/week. A caregiver who excels in this role will: Perform a variety of technical procedures applying ionizing radiation to detect pathology. Procedures may include routine radiology examinations, motion-free exams, portable/bedside examinations, fluoroscopy and invasive exams, OR and ED procedures and bone density procedures (DEXA). Regulate and operate equipment. Review prep information with patients, explain the procedure and obtain written consent. Document pertinent clinical patient information, such as medical history and allergies. Demonstrate a calm and understanding approach to ease any fear or anxiety. Transport patients to and from the department/their room and contact nurses about patients who are connected to devices or monitors. Interact, communicate and collaborate with nursing caregivers to obtain signed consent forms, assist with exams and prep and determine the length of time the patient will be in the department. Check written orders from physicians before the procedure and document in the chart after the procedure. Report any equipment problems, safety issues or patient complaints. Supply area with the necessary items to perform daily tasks and functions. Orient new personnel and assist in their transition to the work environment as assigned. Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Graduate of an accredited R adiology program Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) (R) Florida license as a General Radiographer (RAD) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Knowledge of federal and state regulator ies Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Two years of experience as an Imaging Technologist in an acute care imaging setting Physical Requirements: This position requires a mixture of moderate to heavy work as defined in the Employee Health Services Policy. Physical requirements include frequent walking, sitting and standing. Frequent use of the phone, computer and fax machines. Frequent pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling and crouching. Mental Demands: Ability to work at a fast pace and to prioritize multiple assignments/projects and respond to numerous requests and to work collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team; ability to ensure operational efficiency; ability to problem solve and make decisions; ability to exercise self-control and tolerate stress when dealing with multiple requests and/or conflicting demands from multiple customers. Special Demands: Needs minimal sustained direction in assessing needs, carrying out departmental and professional responsibilities; self-starting and self-motivating; working hours may exceed eight (8) hours per day and is based on what is needed to accomplish work at hand. Confid #J-18808-Ljbffr