PRN Radiology Technologist - General X-Ray

Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education, all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic’s Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale and Florida regions. 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 varying shifts from 2:00PM - 10:30PM, with weekend on-call and rotating holiday requirements. A caregiver who excels in this role will: Perform a variety of technical procedures applying ionizing radiation to detect pathology. Regulate and operate equipment. Review prep information with patients, explain the procedure and obtain written consent. Document pertinent clinical patient information, such as medical history and allergies. Demonstrate a calm and understanding approach to ease any fear or anxiety. Transport patients to and from the department/their room and contact nurses about patients who are connected to devices or monitors. Interact, communicate and collaborate with nursing caregivers to obtain signed consent forms, assist with exams and prep and determine the length of time the patient will be in the department. Check written orders from physicians before the procedure and document in the chart after the procedure. Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Graduate of an accredited Radiology Program Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) (R) Certification Florida licensure as a General Radiographer (RAD) Knowledge of federal and state regulations Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Two years of experience as an Imaging Technologist in an acute care imaging setting Physical Requirements: This position requires a mixture of moderate to heavy work as defined in the Employee Health Services Policy. Physical requirements include frequent walking, sitting and standing. Frequent use of the phone, computer and fax machines. Frequent pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling and crouching. Mental Demands: Ability to work at a fast pace and to prioritize multiple assignments/projects and respond to numerous requests and to work collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team. Special Demands: Needs minimal sustained direction in assessing needs, carrying out departmental and professional responsibilities. Personal Protective Equipment: Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures. Cleveland Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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