Rad Tech Student
About The Position
The PRN Radiology Student position is intended for a student in the final semester of Radiology School who wants to gain hands-on imaging and patient-care experience before graduation. The role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced imaging professionals, develop technical skills, learn procedures and equipment, and prepare for a transition into an imaging career. The employee prepares patients for imaging, performs permitted radiologic exams, and supports safe, compassionate patient care. Imaging exams may be performed only when the employee meets Core Exam Specifications and the exam is permitted under the employee’s Limited Scope Radiographer license. Competency in applicable imaging areas must be demonstrated through required skills testing and competency review. The position is PRN with varied 12-hour shifts and scheduled weekly hours of zero. It is located at Intermountain Health Logan Regional Hospital in Logan, Utah.
Requirements
- Currently be in the last semester of Radiology School.
- Have a Practical Radiologic Technologist/Limited Scope Operator license in the state of practice or be ARRT Board Registry Eligible, as required by the state.
- Hold Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
- Demonstrate competency in at least one area: chest, extremities, spine, skull, podiatry, or bone densitometry (DEXA).
- Perform imaging exams only when meeting Core Exam Specifications and when the exam is permitted by the employee’s Limited Scope Radiographer license.
- Successfully complete required skills testing and competency review for applicable imaging areas.
- Demonstrate anatomy knowledge, image evaluation, equipment operation, and knowledge of contrast protocols.
- Demonstrate emergency response, independent work, teamwork and collaboration, effective communication, electronic imaging, task prioritization, and the ability to maintain a clean and safe environment.
Responsibilities
- Verify patient identity and imaging orders, and prepare patients for exams.
- Provide compassionate care and remain attentive to each patient's needs.
- Explain procedures clearly to patients and families to encourage cooperation and reduce anxiety.
- Listen to and address patient concerns appropriately.
- Perform radiologic exams that produce quality images while maintaining patient and staff safety.
- Follow established protocols, patient-positioning techniques, equipment procedures, and radiation-protection guidelines.
- Recognize emergent patient situations and respond quickly and appropriately.
- Complete required documentation thoroughly and accurately, including timestamps and image storage.
- Coordinate patient care and communicate pertinent information to other care providers after procedures.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Pursue education and career-development opportunities, particularly to learn new procedures and equipment.
Benefits
- A benefits package with programs intended to support well-being across physical, mental, financial, social, and engagement needs.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
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