Join Cleveland Clinic's Avon Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. As one of the most technologically advanced hospitals in northeast Ohio, Avon Hospital has brought the future of medicine close to home for the residents in and around Lorain and Cuyahoga County. This regional hospital offers endless opportunities to build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world while making meaningful differences in the lives of others.

As a PRN Registered Radiology Technologist, you will perform radiology exams and fluoroscopic procedures on patients of all ages. It's vital that someone in this role maintains patient safety at all times.

The ideal future caregiver is someone who: 

• Has knowledge of anatomy and pathologic processes.

• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Thrives working both independently and as part of a team.

• Demonstrates a strong work ethic.

This is an excellent opportunity to discover Cleveland Clinic's Avon Hospital while growing your career.

At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

Responsibilities:

• Performs general radiology, portable, and fluoroscopic procedures (GIs, GUs, pediatrics, arthrograms, spine center).

• Produces images of optimal quality for interpretation with accuracy and without delay.

• Maintains documentation requirements to ensure that all technical data is entered timely and accurately.

• Notifies management and takes proper action to address equipment malfunctions.

• Educates patients regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure understanding and cooperation.

• Ensures patients' comfort and safety during and after the exam.

• Assists with scheduling patient procedures.

• Monitors and determines priority of patients.

• Demonstrates care and operation of Radiology equipment according to technical specifications and applications.

• Assists Radiologist with fluoroscopic, GU, GI, and pediatric procedures.

• Acquires, archives, transmits, and prints images via PACS.

• Capable of after hours transmission of images and appropriate paperwork.

• Reports immediately any malfunctions to help desk and PACS Administrator.

• Processes billing via RIS.

• Provides instruction and mentoring to new hires and Radiology students.

• Continually strives to learn new technical information and skills through attendance of periodic in-service programs and participation in professional affiliation sessions.

• Potentially rotates through all diagnostic imaging modalities, sites and/or locations.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.

Certifications:

• Must be a Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(R) (ARRT), in good standing.

• Current state licensure required prior to employment.

• (BLS) certification required.

Complexity of Work:

• Knowledge of anatomy and related pathologic processes.

• Ability to communicate well with Radiologists and physicians to coordinate proper imaging of patients.

• Strong communication skills are essential to provide excellent care to patients and families.

• Ability to function well with minimal or no direct supervision.

Work Experience:

• Minimum one year experience as a General Radiologic Technologist preferred.

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.

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Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities