**This position is eligible for loan repayment and a sign-on bonus up to $2,500.

Join Cleveland Clinic's Hillcrest Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Hillcrest Hospital has been recognized as one of the top hospitals in Cleveland and Ohio. Here, you will work with and learn from some of our best caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a Registered Radiology Technologist at Hillcrest Hospital, you are at the forefront of the exciting and changing field of radiology. As a technologist you will work in a high-volume environment performing a wide range of imaging scans. Our technologists move throughout all areas of a large hospital, including the ER, units and on the floors.

The ideal caregiver is someone who:

• Works independently without direct supervision.

• Communicates clearly with radiologists, nurses and other caregivers.

• Is reliable and collaborates well in a team setting.

• Thrives in a fast-paced, busy environment.

The Technologists in this position will have the opportunity to gain experience in several imaging modalities and care settings, including emergency and trauma imaging.

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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