Diagnostic Technologist - Student
Schuylkill•Allentown, PA
•Onsite
About The Position
Performs diagnostic quality radiologic imaging under the guidance of a registered technologist while maintaining proper radiation protection standards. Follows the guidelines for radiation safety while imaging gently. Delivers a high level of patient care and customer service to promote patient satisfaction.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED
- Currently attending an approved school of radiological technology
- Currently a second year student of an accredited radiology program with competencies completed
- Ability to deal effectively and ethically with medical and confidential information relating to patients, family and physicians.
- Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
- Understanding of how to effectively and safely use radiation producing equipment.
- Knowledge of medical technology and terminology.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days
- RT - Registered Technologist Radiology - State of Pennsylvania Within 3 Years
Responsibilities
- Provides radiation protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
- Uses appropriate exposure factors, collimation, and proper distance with documentation.
- Assumes responsibility and accountability for his/her own safety and the safety of others.
- Produces images of diagnostic quality, processes, and prepares images for interpretation by the radiologist.
- Ensures appropriate exam is ordered for number of images provided and attached to the correct patient folder.
- Confirms levels of supplies and equipment to meet requirements for patient care and/or specific departments.
- Documents LMP, fluoro time, radiologist, number of images, appropriate history and all other required documentation.
- Ensures coordination of daily work duties within the team and coordinates timing of exams.
- Ensures images have crossed into PACS before study is complete.
- Confirms physician orders are complete and includes signature, ordered study, reason for test (diagnosis/CPT codes) and obtains missing information prior to treatment.
- Reports equipment malfunction and the need for adjustment and/or repairs.
- Assists in the education and training of new employees, students, and other ancillary personnel.
- Assumes responsibility for cleanliness and sanitation of the immediate work area and maintains orderliness.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
