Radiology Technologist – CT

MetroHealth; Cleveland Heights (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

MetroHealth is seeking a CT Technologist to join the CT team at MetroHealth Medical Center in Cleveland. The role requires ARRT licensure, CT credential, Ohio radiographer license, BLS, and ability to perform IV starts and CT-guided procedures.

Shifts are nights, 5x12s every two weeks (7p–7a), with every-other Sunday on call. Occasional cross-training and collaboration with radiologists and nurses ensure high-quality patient care in a Level One Trauma Center.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program.
• Registered Radiology Technologist with ARRT.
• ARRT CT credential or obtains within one year.
• Valid Ohio Radiographer License (ODH).
• American Heart Association BLS Certification or obtains within the standard probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Produces quality CT images in a variety of settings.
• Assists with CT-guided procedures including biopsies, drain placements, and tumor ablations.
• Patient scheduling and coordination for inpatients and outpatients.
• Educates patients regarding procedures, equipment, and examinations to maintain understanding and comfort.
• Demonstrates on-the-spot critical thinking and effective communication with the care team.
• Works well independently and as part of the CT team.

Skills

IV Starts

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Work under stress

Team coordination

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program

Registered Radiology Technologist with ARRT

ARRT CT credential or obtains within one year

Valid Ohio Radiographer License (ODH)

American Heart Association BLS Certification

Job description

• Location: METROHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER
• Biweekly Hours: 60
• Shift: Nights
• Schedule: 5x12hr shifts every 2 weeks
• Start/End Time: 7p - 7a
• Weekends: Every other Sunday
• Call: Yes

Up to $15,000 Sign On Bonus External applicants only

WILL CROSS TRAIN

For nearly two centuries, the MetroHealth System's mission has been focused on delivering high-quality patient-centered care to all communities in Northeast Ohio. Today, through our state-of-the-art Level One Trauma Center, cutting-edge specialty care units, and dedicated caregivers, the system is working at the forefront of medicine to address the overall needs of our patients and eliminate healthcare disparities.

Primary Patient Population:

• Underserved population in the Greater Cleveland area
• Trauma Patients
• Stroke Patients
• Cancer Patients

Primary skills utilized/learned:

• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology
• Neuro, MSK, abdominothoracic, and cardiac anatomy
• IV Starts
• Produces quality CT images in a variety of settings
• Assisting with CT Guided Procedures including biopsies, drain placements, and tumor ablations
• Patient scheduling and coordination for inpatients and outpatients
• Educating patients regarding procedures, equipment, and examination to maintain basic understanding and comfort.
• On the spot critical thinking
• Effective communication skills
• Functions well under stress and with minimal supervision
• Works well both independently and as part of the CT Team

Personnel CT Tech will work with:

• The CT staff work closely with Nurses, Physicians, Respiratory Therapists and other care team members throughout the hospital to provide the best care possible for all MetroHealth patients.

Awards or Recognitions the unit has received:

• All CT scanners are ACR Accredited
• Brand new Siemens edge and dual source Force scanner
• Fuji 256 ED specific unit
• GE PET scanner 256
• All CT Technologists credentialed through ARRT
• Performs a variety of technical procedures utilizing CT (Computed Tomography) scanning equipment in the diagnosis of diseases in humans.
• Provides a safe and supporting care environment for patients undergoing procedures involving the use of CT, while assisting the radiologists and nursing staff during those procedures.
• Functions in a multi-purpose role depending on the needs of the patients and the department, and in line with The MetroHealth System approved policies and procedures in accordance with specific governing ODH regulations.

MetroHealth offers industry-leading benefits, including tuition reimbursement, professional certification incentives, and medical/dental insurance. As a public employer, employees participate in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS).

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program
• Registered Radiology Technologist with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• ARRT CT credential or obtains within one year of employment.
• Valid Ohio Radiographer License (ODH)
• American Heart Association BLS Certification or obtains within the standard probationary period.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year related experience, as well as advanced certification through the ARRT in CT.

Physical Requirements:

• May sit, stand, stoop, bend, and ambulate intermittently during the day.
• May need to lift, pull or push over 50 lbs.
• May need to sit or stand for extended periods.
• See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
• Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.