*This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $2,500*
Join Cleveland Clinic Akron General where we have been providing world-class care to the community for over 100 years. At Akron General, you will work and learn from some of the best caregivers, provide and receive multitudes of support and appreciation, and createsteppingstonestoward a rewarding career with one of the world's most respected healthcare organizations.
As an MRI Technologist, you will perform routine MRI exams and procedures on patients of all ages, healthbackgroundsand conditions. You will ensure they feel comfortable,safeand properly informed throughout the entire process, helpingfacilitatea welcoming and supportive experience. In this role, you have access to a unique avenue in which to enhance your skills using the latest technologies and leave a positivelasting impressionon patients every day.
A caregiver in this position works weekend days from 6:30AM–7:00PM.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Prepare and check patients prior toMRIprocedure.
Acquireand review patientquestionnaire,chartand data/requisitiontodeterminecontraindication of having MRIexamination.
Verify andvalidatepatient screening safety form.
Perform MRI proceduresrequiredper protocol and perform daily QA.
Perform Venipuncture andmaintaincompetencies.
Educate patientsregardingMRI procedures,equipmentand exams.
Ensure patients' comfort and safety during and after the exam.
Assistwith scheduling of patients.
Administer proper contrast related topatienthaving MRIexam.
Acquire, archive,transmitandprintimages via PACS.
Completeafter hourstransmission of images andappropriate paperwork.
Report any malfunctions,observepotential equipmentdysfunctionsand report problems or calls for service.
Maintain available equipment up-time at the highest level for patient accessibility.
Processes billing via RIS.
Instruct and mentor new hires and Radiology students.
Attend in-service programs and professional affiliation sessions.
Potentially rotate through all imaging modalities sites, and/or locations.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or an accredited institution per the primary pathway of the ARRT
Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists [R.T.(R) (ARRT), R.T.(S)(ARRT) or R.T.(T)(ARRT)] in good standing OR Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists [R.T.(N) (ARRT)] OR Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board
Magnetic Resonance Imaging [R.T.(MR)(ARRT)] Certification within one year of hire
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)or American Red Cross
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 or in other imaging modalities
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.
Requires frequent pushing and pulling of equipment up to 75 pounds.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.
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