Radiology Technologist Surgery

This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to 5,000

Join 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.

As a Radiology Technologist, you will use the latest X-Ray equipment to obtain images utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Utilizing your learned skills and knowledge, you will perform accurate and appropriate techniques to facilitate a streamlined process, all while ensuring patients feel comfortable and informed. This position provides an excellent opportunity to not only enhance quality of care but also allows you to gain hands-on experience, build meaningful caregiver relationships and find your place within an exciting, innovative healthcare system.

A caregiver in this position works days from 7: 00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. + on-call requirements.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Perform ED/surgical procedures (trauma cases, fluoroscopic exams to include vascular, general medicine, ortho, cardiac, GI, GU, neuro, pediatrics, and general procedures).

• Produce quality images for interpretation with accuracy and without delay.

• Perform procedures in a sterile environment and maintain patient safety at all times.

• Provide verbal and written instructions to patients and families on procedures as needed.

• Assist in scheduling patients. Monitors and determines priority of patients.

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

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

• Assist Radiologists, physicians and surgeons with procedures.

• Knowledgeable in acquiring, archiving, transmitting, and printing images via PACS.

• When applicable, knowledge in after-hours transmission of images and appropriate paperwork.

• Immediately report any malfunctions to the help desk and PACS Administrator.

• Knowledgeable in billing via RIS.

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

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

• Provide instruction/mentoring to new hires and Radiology students.

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

• May be required to rotate through all diagnostic imaging modalities and locations.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology

• Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and in good standing

• Current state licensure as a Radiology Technologist

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

• Knowledge of anatomy and related pathologic processes.

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• One year of experience as a General Radiologic Technologist

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.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $29.00

Maximum hourly: $44.50

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).