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Cleveland Clinic
CT Technologist, PRN
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What they do
A CT Technician or Technologist performs CT (computerized tomography) scans to diagnose medical conditions. Operates equipment used in scans and assists with analyzing the results. Works in healthcare facilities or diagnostic laboratories in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare specialists.
$66,172 / year median in Ohio
Job Description
Join Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Located in Dover, Ohio, Union Hospital is an award-winning not-for-profit community hospital serving the communities of eastern Ohio. Community and personalized care are at the forefront of Union Hospital's values. At Cleveland Clinic, you will be part of a talented, compassionate, and driven team of caregivers. You will work with state-of-the-art technology and provide stellar patient care. At Cleveland Clinic, you will build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Computed tomography (CT) technologists use computerized tomography (CT) scanners to produce cross-section images of patients' internal organs and tissues for the diagnosis of medical issues. A CT scan technologist must be able to accurately interpret a physician's scanning instructions, administer contrast materials, prepare and operate the CT scan equipment, and position the patient to capture the appropriate images . A PRN caregiver in this position works varying shifts. A caregiver who excels in this role will: Acquire patients chart data/requisition and reviews both to determine correct room set-up and learn of any specific medical problems, contraindications to the study and verify that the study being ordered correlates to the diagnostic needs. Educate patients regarding procedure, equipment, and exam to ensure understanding and cooperation. Maintain all aspects of the CT area including the technical and clerical components to ensure proper quality assurance results and any required documentation. 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 R.T.(R) (ARRT) and in good standing Certification in Computed Tomography (CT) required within one year of hire: R.T.(R) (CT) (ARRT) Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and related pathologic processes Current state licensure required prior to employment Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: One year of experience as a General Radiologic Technologist Experience working with adults and children