NON-REG RADIOGRAPHER STUDENT (CASUAL)

Independence Health System•Mount Pleasant, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs diagnostic imaging examinations, including X-ray, ultrasound, MRI, or nuclear medicine, under the direct supervision of a registered imaging technologist. The role gathers patient and procedure information, explains procedures and preparation, assesses readiness and contraindications, and selects appropriate imaging parameters and patient supports. When applicable, the student administers contrast agents according to established guidelines and monitors patients for adverse reactions. The position obtains diagnostic images using radiographic equipment and established protocols, documents patient care and exam information in the appropriate systems, and coordinates with scheduling, nursing, emergency, and imaging departments to complete procedures in a timely manner. It also maintains equipment and supplies, performs daily quality control, follows downtime procedures, and attends department meetings. Scheduling is based on operational needs and may include rotating shifts, standby, or on-call work. Local travel between system locations may be expected.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or higher level of education.
Enrolled in and completed one year of an accredited diagnostic imaging program in radiology, ultrasound, MRI, or nuclear medicine.
Must pass the ARRT certification exam for Radiologic Technologist within one year of completing the accredited diagnostic imaging program.
Must be approved through competency assessment before performing a procedure.
Medical terminology knowledge.
Strong leadership, organizational, independent and critical-thinking skills, and sound judgment.
Ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
Strong time-management and organizational skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team, adapt across inpatient, skilled nursing, and outpatient clinic settings, and transition between settings.
Flexibility in scheduling and ability to make independent decisions.
Proficient oral and written communication skills.
Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments.
Basic working knowledge of computers and office equipment.
Act 33 clearance with renewal, Act 34 clearance with renewal, and Act 73 FBI clearance.
Current Basic Life Support certification from an American Heart Association-approved CPR and AED curriculum.

Responsibilities

Collect relevant patient and procedure information; confirm patient identity and physician orders, review records, and verify pregnancy status when appropriate.
Explain procedures and preparation to patients, verify consent, answer questions, and provide understandable instructions, including information about allergic reactions.
Assess patient preparation and potential contraindications, determine imaging parameters, and select appropriate shielding and immobilization devices.
When applicable, obtain written consent, review lab values, select the type and dose of contrast agent, monitor for adverse reactions, and complete required forms.
Set and adjust imaging equipment, position patients according to protocols, use computed radiography equipment to maximize image quality, send images to PACS, and archive images to CDs as needed.
Document patient history, exam details, exceptions, and required records in RIS/HIS and PACS; verify orders and scan appropriate documents.
Coordinate with centralized scheduling, nursing units, emergency departments, and other imaging departments to accommodate STAT or ASAP orders and coordinate patient care.
Maintain equipment and workstations, perform daily radiographic equipment quality control, and ensure patient-care and office supplies are available.
Coordinate patient rescheduling during equipment downtime and initiate established HIS/RIS and PACS downtime procedures.
Attend monthly department meetings or review meeting minutes.
Perform other duties as assigned.