CT Technologist

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 46,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus is hiring a CT Technologist to produce cross-sectional CT images, administer contrast, and ensure patient safety. The Weekend Flex Program offers 12-hour shifts with pay for 16 hours, supporting work-life balance while maintaining licenses and registrations.

The role involves assessing patient data, educating patients, performing QA, and assisting with scheduling and coverage across modalities as needed. Strong ARRT CT credentials and state licensure are required.

Qualifications

• ARRT RT(R)CT credential in good standing.
• Current state licensure required prior to employment.
• BLS certification through AHA or Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and verify requisitions for CT studies.
• Administer contrast materials and operate CT equipment.
• Position patients to obtain appropriate cross-sectional images.
• Perform daily QA and assist with scheduling as needed.
• Maintain CT area documentation and ensure safety/compliance.
• Provide instruction to new hires and radiology students.

Skills

ARRT RT(R) CT

State Licensure

BLS

Education

Accredited School of Radiologic Technology

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a CT Technologist, you will produce cross-section images of internal organs and tissues for the diagnosis of various medical issues. Utilizing your advanced training and knowledge, you will accurately interpret scanning instructions, administer contrast materials, prepare and operate the equipment, and position the patient to capture the appropriate images. This role is critical in the overall treatment of our patients, making you an invaluable asset to the Cleveland Clinic system.

The Weekend Flex Program offers an excellent opportunity to maintain a healthy work-life balance while maintaining licenses and/or registrations. As a CT Technologist on this team, you will work 12 hours and get paid for 16 hours.

A caregiver in this position works weekend days, 8:00am—8:30pm

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Check and prepare patients prior to CT study.
• Acquire and review patient chart data/requisition to determine correct room set-up and learn of any specific medical problems/contraindications to the study and verify the study being ordered correlates to the diagnostic needs.
• Assure patient safety and comfort during procedures.
• Educate patients regarding procedure, equipment and exam to ensure understanding and cooperation.
• Perform daily QA.
• Assist with scheduling of patients as needed.
• Prepare and administer contrast media and/or medications.
• Perform venipuncture as necessary.
• Maintain all aspects of the CT area to ensure proper quality assurance results, maintenance of required documentation and state of inspection readiness and compliance (e.g., JCAHO, ODH, etc.).
• Acquire, archive, transmit and print images via PACS.
• Be knowledgeable in billing via RIS.
• Observe potential equipment dysfunctions and report problems to appropriate individuals.
• Cover other modalities, sites and/or locations as needed.
• Provide instruction/mentoring to new hires and Radiology students.

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), in good standing
• Certification in Computed Tomography (CT) required within one year of hire: R.T.(R) (CT) (ARRT)
• Current state licensure (RL), this is required prior to employment
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross certification
• Can communicate well with Radiologists and Physicians to coordinate proper imaging of patients
• Knowledge of cross-sectional 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 and assist with lifting patients of varying weights and manipulate equipment daily.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $33.50

Maximum hourly: $48.50

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.).