Radiologic Technologist Intern - Pekin

Carle Health•Pekin, IL

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist Intern assists radiologic technologists with basic direct and indirect patient care in accordance with 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 intern also supports medical imaging department operations by helping maintain a clean and efficient department, completing assigned errands and maintenance tasks, managing supplies and paperwork, and helping meet patient and staff needs. The role includes accessing and printing reports from the RIS system and assisting physicians and hospital personnel with locating images in PACS.

Requirements

Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within three months.
Preferred student position for individuals enrolled in a radiology program.

Nice To Haves

Enrollment in a radiology program.

Responsibilities

Assist technologists with basic patient care according to medical center policies and procedures.
Demonstrate knowledge of patient care, comfort, and safety procedures.
Assist with moving, lifting, transferring, and ambulating 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.
Clean equipment and assist with stocking necessary room supplies.
Complete errands and transport paperwork internally between work areas.
Prioritize messages and work efficiently and consistently.
Assist others in completing assignments and relay information accurately to the correct individual.
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.