Radiologic Technologist Intern - Pekin

Carle Health•Pekin, IL

About The Position

Assists radiologic technologists in performing basic direct and indirect patient care according to medical center policies and procedures, supporting quality care for patients of all ages. This is a preferred student position for individuals enrolled in a Radiology program. The role also provides departmental support, including maintaining a clean and efficient department, completing errands, stocking supplies, processing images and paperwork, and helping meet patient and staff needs.

Requirements

Enrollment in a Radiology program is preferred.
Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 3 months.

Nice To Haves

Enrollment in a Radiology program.

Responsibilities

Assist technologists with basic patient care in accordance with medical center policies and procedures.
Demonstrate knowledge of patient care, comfort, and safety procedures.
Move, lift, transfer, and ambulate patients using standard safety practices and proper body mechanics.
Follow paperwork processes and provide care appropriate to the ages of patients served.
Perform department maintenance duties and errands to help maintain a clean, efficient department.
Use time, supplies, and other resources productively.
Perform medical imaging department support functions to help meet patient expectations and needs.
Clean equipment and assist with stocking room supplies.
Complete errands for assigned areas and transport paperwork internally between work areas.
Prioritize messages and work efficiently and consistently; assist others with completing assignments.
Relay information accurately to the correct individuals.
Promptly report unsafe equipment or risky situations.
Process images and paperwork promptly to support timely turnaround.
Assist physicians and other hospital personnel in locating images for review in PACS.
Access and print reports from the RIS system.