Imaging Extern

Lifepoint Health•Hancock, MI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

UP Health System Portage is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Imaging Extern joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Requirements

Enrolled in a program to graduate with a minimum of an Associate of Applied Science in Radiology/Nuclear Medicine/Ultrasound Technology program.
High school diploma or equivalent
Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP)

Nice To Haves

Graduated accredited school of Radiologic Technology
Graduated from AMA approved Nuclear Medicine program
Graduated accredited diagnostic medical sonographer program
ARRT registry
Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)
Registered in Diagnostic Ultrasound (RDMS)

Responsibilities

Works under the direct or indirect supervision of an imaging technologist in performing diagnostic procedures utilizing appropriate equipment
Operates stationary, and portable diagnostic imaging equipment in all imaging divisions with assistance and guidance of a an imaging technologist.
Works under the direct or indirect supervision of an imaging technologist while performing diagnostic radiographic examinations.
Processes image including evaluating image for technical quality and notifies appropriate personal of any follow-up needed.
Assists in staff functions such as registering patients, general office duties, filing, transporting of patients if necessary.
Assists and performs in the optimum quality patient care by performing skills and procedures learned and demonstrated during the Imaging Technologist Extern orientation program and under the supervision of a licensed Technologist.
Reviews existing clinical data, collects additional clinical data, and makes recommendations based on obtaining additional pertinent data.
Assembles and checks all equipment used in providing patient care.
Performs clinical and technical duties according to policy and procedures.
Maintains patient records and communicates relevant information to members of the health care team.
Demonstrates concern for patient welfare by performing activities other than primary care needs.
Provides age-appropriate care to pediatric through geriatric patient population.
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action