Imaging Student

FMOLHS•Monroe, LA

About The Position

Under the guidance and direction of a licensed technologist, the Imaging Student assists with imaging duties except administering radiation. The role involves processing imaging exams, helping prepare patients and rooms, maintaining equipment and supplies, following departmental safety and infection-control standards, and participating in professional development. The student must understand the limitations of the role and request supervisory assistance when appropriate. The work includes prolonged standing, walking, or sitting; lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds with or without assistance; and transferring and repositioning patients. Work takes place in clean, neat, well-lit conditions and may involve unpleasant sights or odors, stressful situations, hazardous or infectious agents, hazardous substances, and contact with blood or other body fluids. Personal protective equipment is provided and must be worn. Hours may be irregular or unexpectedly extended during emergencies.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a radiologic program.
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds with or without assistance.
Ability to transfer and reposition patients.
Visual and auditory acuity and manual dexterity needed to perform assigned duties; optimal auditory acuity is required.
Ability to perform effectively in a stressful, fast-paced environment.
Ability to pass required health and other screening tests.
Use required personal protective equipment and follow applicable precautions for exposure to blood, body fluids, hazardous substances, and infectious disease processes.

Responsibilities

Process imaging exams, including evaluating film for technical quality.
Transport patients to radiology departments and prepare and maintain rooms.
Follow departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality-assurance programs, and safety, environmental, and infection-control standards.
Check equipment, supplies, and accessories regularly.
Maintain radiology equipment in efficient operating order, perform scheduled preventive maintenance, and contact outside service providers for major malfunctions.
Maintain clean and orderly work areas.
Request and order supplies as needed to keep materials available.
Participate in educational programs, review current literature, and attend in-service meetings and workshops to support professional growth and development.
Prepare required written documentation, such as evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, and progress reports.
Attend meetings as required.
Understand the limitations of the role and request supervisory assistance when appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned or requested.