Rad Tech Student (PRN)

Northeast Georgia Health System•Gainesville, GA

About The Position

Under the direction of a Radiologist and Supervisor, the Rad Tech Student performs radiographic procedures at a technical level requiring indirect supervision of technical detail. The role performs a variety of procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative to apply ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis, and assumes responsibility for designated procedure areas. Care includes patients from newborns through the elderly. The student may also be required to perform Bone Density exams. The position operates radiographic equipment and produces quality images while following established protocols, infection-control practices, and radiation-safety guidelines. It includes patient assessment and education, documentation, maintaining patient records and work areas, and use of department systems and procedures. The role may also perform non-technical duties, attend department meetings, participate in training new staff, and complete special projects or other assigned duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Actively enrolled in and in good standing in an ARRT-accredited Radiography program.
Completed at least two semesters of the Radiography program.
Competence to perform quality radiographic procedures.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient computer skills needed to operate unit computer systems and Microsoft Office products.
Ability to work independently and effectively with others.

Responsibilities

Operate radiographic equipment according to equipment specifications and produce quality radiographs and images consistently within established protocols.
Follow infection-control and safety practices and maintain a neat and orderly work area.
Maintain processors, diagnose processing problems, and take appropriate action.
Follow radiation-safety practices, including coning, shielding, and film-badge monitoring, in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
Maintain patient records according to department procedures.
Understand appropriate use of contrast media, including consent forms, type, quantity, and complications.
Assess patients appropriately for ordered exams, including checking orders, reviewing previous films, checking lab values when indicated, preparing and screening patients for possible pregnancy, obtaining appropriate history, and coordinating with the Imaging nurse as appropriate.
Provide patient education relevant to the exam and document it in the patient record.
Accurately and completely use RIS according to department standards, including order, arrival, start, completion, cancellation, complications, IV infiltrate documentation, drug history, repeats, complaints, and transfers; follow CPAC procedures when indicated.
Meet department-defined productivity standards.
Perform assigned non-technical duties, such as stocking rooms, transporting patients, and cleaning cassettes.
Attend department meetings.
Participate in training new staff.
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.