Registered Radiology Technologist

Registered Radiology TechnologistJoin Cleveland Clinic and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. Here, you will work alongside a dedicated team of caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career.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 caregiver in this position works PRN (as needed) varying shifts, must work a minimum of 4 shifts within a 6-week period with 1 holiday per year and the ability to float to the Mentor location.A caregiver who excels in this role will:Perform general radiology exams, portable exams and fluoroscopic procedures.Produce quality images for interpretation with accuracy and without delay.Acquire, archive, transmit and print images via PACS.Ensure patient comfort and safety during and after the exam.Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment and exams to ensure understanding and cooperation.Maintain documentation.Address equipment malfunctions, notify management and report malfunctions to the help desk and PACS administrator.Assist with scheduling procedures, monitor and determine priority of patients, and process billing.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 and in good standingCurrent state licensure as a Radiology TechnologistBasic Life Support (BLS) CertificationPreferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:One year of experience as a General Radiologic Technologist.Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we're dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/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 (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: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster.Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.