Radiologic Technologist Intern

Allina Health

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This intern position will be working in a busy radiology department that supports outpatients and emergency/urgent care departments. This is a casual position with day, evening, and weekend hours available. The intern will provide safe, quality patient care, performing limited radiographic procedures while assisting technologists with transport and care of patients. They will also maintain electronic files, distribute patient reports, and coordinate information flow between patients and units. Other patient care and clerical functions will be assigned.

Requirements

High School or GED
Currently enrolled in JRCERT accredited radiologic program-Radiologic Imaging
BLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - Multisource required by completion of orientation within 30 Days
State of MN. Limited scope x-ray operators exam based on the successful completion of chest, spine, extremity and skull/sinus modules. Must provide documentation of passing results.
Current or recent participation in a clinical radiology student rotation

Nice To Haves

Previous patient care experience
Medical Terminology

Responsibilities

Serves as link between physicians, clinics and service departments.
Performs limited radiographic procedures and related duties as assigned.
Enters orders and schedules exams as needed.
Communicates physician requests to appropriate department staff.
Coordinates workflow with clinics, service departments and physicians.
Prioritizes customer needs.
Provides information regarding special instructions, exam preps, arrival times or special needs.
Keeps leadership advised of any issues or concerns.
Assists Technologist in delivering patient care.
Screens patients for exam.
Delivers necessary imaging supplies.
Transports, transfers and positions patient.
Distributes completed exam to radiologist for interpretation.
Restocks and prepares exam room for procedures.
Provides image and data management.
Ensures secure and appropriate access of patient information.
Documents image data release in the electronic medical record (EMR).
Demonstrates knowledge of the electronic storage and retrieval system (EMI).
Other duties as assigned.