CT Tech - Intern - Student in Senior Year of Radiology Program

Orlando Health•Orlando, FL

28d

About The Position

Position Summary Receives direct supervision by a preceptor to develop technical and professional skills through observation and direct demonstration.

Requirements

Must be enrolled in the senior year of a Radiologic Technology program at an accredited school.
Must have pre-approval from the school to apply for the internship.
Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification

Responsibilities

Conducts CT scans to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation.
Positions patient, equipment, and associated devices; manipulates technical factors to achieve high quality images for interpretation.
Utilizes critical thinking skills to recognize patients' physical limitations and age-specific needs.
Delivers appropriate patient care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures.
Identifies, acquires, and documents pertinent patient history relative to procedures.
Develops ability to assess radiographic images for technical quality, proper annotation, and patient identification, ensuring all relative anatomy is demonstrated.
Applies principles of radiation safety to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.
Applies appropriate standard precautions and personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent cross-contamination of communicable disease.
Develops proficiency in contrast material and adverse reactions to contrast media.
Learns the necessary skills required of a licensed Orlando Health Cat Scan Technologist to be equipped to work independently upon graduation and successful completion of the introductory period.
Develops the necessary skills to utilize all Corporate Radiology computer systems (EPIC, PACS) effectively and accurately.
Complies with all applicable state and federal regulations for each modality.
Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state,and local standards
Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies, department guidelines, and education requirements