Imaging Technologist Student

Geisinger•Danville, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Imaging Technologist Student assists Radiology, Vascular, and Echo technologists with non-technical and supervised technical support in Radiology departments. The role helps expedite care through direct patient contact, including patient transportation and preparation, specimen transportation, imaging-room preparation, and related assistance. The student cares for patients of all ages under technologist supervision. The student operates modality-specific imaging equipment and produces imaging studies under a registered technologist’s guidance and direct supervision until competency is achieved. After demonstrating exam competency, the student works under indirect supervision of a qualified technologist. The role also includes post-processing studies when applicable, maintaining imaging equipment, applying radiation and patient-safety principles, using the Radiology Information System, and preparing accurate documentation. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment.

Requirements

Must be a second-year student, or a first-year student who has satisfied all competency requirements.
Must be actively attending an accredited educational Radiology technology, Vascular, or Echo program recognized by JRC-ARRT, JRC-DMS, or an accredited program recognized by CCAHEP or CMA.
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
Basic Life Support Certification required.

Responsibilities

Operate imaging equipment for the specific modality of hire.
Produce quality imaging studies under the guidance, direction, and oversight of a registered technologist, with direct supervision until competency is achieved for surgical and mobile examinations and repeat images.
Work under indirect supervision of a qualified technologist after achieving exam competency.
Perform post-processing of imaging studies as applicable.
Prepare patients for exams, including MRI safety screening where applicable.
Maintain imaging equipment.
Apply ALARA principles to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.
Apply patient-safety principles during all aspects of patient care.
Use the Radiology Information System effectively.
Complete, review, and prepare paperwork; corroborate the patient’s clinical history with the procedure and ensure information is documented and available for a licensed practitioner.
Maintain confidentiality and an ethical relationship with patients and medical records.
Support patient transportation.
Comply with job-specific obligations and organizational policies and procedures.