CT Technologist - Sign on Bonus - Military veterans preferred

Join us at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital where we have been providing world-class care to our community for over 100 years. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Akron General, we strive for patient-centered care and comfort with our collaborative team of healthcare professionals. We are committed to serving the community and treat our patients as family. The Technologist CT is responsible for performing computerized tomography procedures to aide in diagnosing disease or injury. Technologists work in various care settings throughout our campus. The ideal caregiver is some who: Collaborates well with other caregivers in a team-based culture. Takes the initiative to learn. Thrives well in a collaborative, close-knit team. Can multitask and prioritize work in a stressful, fast-paced environment. Provides empathy and patient-centered care with strong communication skills.Cleveland Clinic is home to some of the most sophisticated imaging technology in the world. You will learn under the guidance and supervision of radiologists who are at the top of their field. CT technologists can also grow into other roles within the radiology department at Cleveland Clinic. We also welcome Radiology Technologists seeking to sharpen their skill set in the exciting field of computed tomography.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:Schedules and prepares patients for exams including coordinating procedures with Radiology, nursing units and other departments.Oversees maintenance of equipment to ensure full calibration and complete functioning.Maintains adequate inventory of supplies.Observes patient constantly to respond to any adverse reactions to ensure safety.Keeps abreast of new development in field by attending appropriate meetings/seminars and reviewing current literature.Works continually to anticipate and exceed the needs and expectations of customers.Assesses patients clinical history and performs exams appropriately by selecting proper setting to correspond to patients size, shape and clinical historySelects proper settings that best demonstrate normal anatomy and pathology and transfer from computer to PACS and/or film.Uses workstations proficiently to produce quality 3 D reconstructions.Identifies patient and properly evaluates requisition for exam to be performed.Identifies contrast and dosage and loads pressure injector using proper jects contrast material by intravenous puncture or established intravenous, under the direction of the radiologist.Ensures the safety of patients, visitors, co-workers and self, by using appropriate radiation and bloodborne pathogen plies with all Radiology information systems (including PACS) entry requirements for accurate patient, film, supply and tracking monitors.Assists and supports the Radiologic student program, specifically the clinical aspect. Provides supervision and feedback to students as they perform procedures. Reviews images with students on request and provides quarterly evaluations of students to clinical instructions for formal pletes mandatory education and training in order to maintain organization and department specific competencies and requirements. Maintains applicable certification/licensure.Follows hospital and department policies and procedures with special attention to attendance and punctuality, confidentiality, dress code and display of ID badge, and safety.Other duties as assignedEducation:High school graduate or the equivalent.Certifications:Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology.Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in computer tomography within 24 months of appointment.Current Radiology license in the State of Ohio.BLS from plexity of Work:Maintains competencies specific to patient population served.Ability to work other shifts including weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.Work Experience:Two years experience in diagnostic Radiology in order to be eligible for onsite training in CT Scanning preferred.Physical Requirements:Personal Protective Equipment:Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as requiredSalaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.