Student Radiology Technologist

Description

PURPOSE STATEMENT

Operate radiologic equipment to make clinical diagnostic X-ray films as directed by physicians under the supervision of Registered Radiologic Technologist and perform routine diagnostic procedures according to established standards and practices.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Take X-ray images of specified body areas/parts as ordered, following established procedures.
• Apply lead shield to protect unaffected parts of the body from exposure to radiation. Direct personnel to a safe area and/or shield them.
• Perform portable exams.
• Perform C-arm exams in the OR while maintaining a sterile field.
• Enter exams in Radiology Information System and PACS
• Provide radiologist with proper history for complete diagnosis
• Mark all images correctly using provided lead markers
• Maintain established department policies, procedures, objectives, and quality
• Assist in care and maintenance of facilities, equipment, and supplies. Keep work areas clean. Maintain supply levels
• Must adhere to hospital dress code
• Attend in-service meetings and other meetings as required.
• Able to send images to cloud system.
• Perform other duties as directed by Diagnostic Imaging Director
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance
• Will take call on a rotation basis

Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Currently attending an accredited program in Radiology Technology.
• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work within the established policies, procedures and practices prescribed by the hospital/clinic.
• Current BLS is required.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to sit and stand, intermittent 8 to 10 hours a day.
• Must be able to use standard office equipment, including the telephone and computer keyboard.
• Continuously works under pressure of near 100% accuracy while meeting inflexible deadlines.
• Continuously utilizes manual/bi-manual dexterity, near vision, speech. and hearing.
• Frequently stands, walks, sits and utilizes eye/hand coordination and color definition.
• Occasionally reaches above shoulder, regularly required to life and/or carry up to 40 lbs.
• Occasionally walks on uneven surfaces.