Radiologic Technologist Student I

Geisinger • Coal Township, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Assists Radiology Technologist staff by providing non-technical and supervised technical support to Radiology departments. The role expedites care through direct patient contact, including transporting and preparing patients, transporting specimens, preparing imaging rooms, and providing related assistance. Provides care to patients of all ages under technologist supervision.

The position is intended for a first-year medical imaging student actively attending an accredited educational radiologic technology program recognized by JRC-ARRT, JRC-DMS, CCAHEP, or CMA. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. The employee must satisfy job-specific obligations and comply with organizational policies and procedures; department-specific orientation competencies and skills are also essential to the role.

Requirements

• Must be a first-year student actively attending an accredited educational radiologic technology program recognized by JRC-ARRT, JRC-DMS, CCAHEP, or CMA.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Basic Life Support Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient preparation, positioning, and examinations under direct supervision until competency is achieved, including surgical and mobile examinations and repeat images to support patient safety.
• Work under indirect supervision of a qualified technologist after achieving exam competency.
• Seek instruction and demonstrations of medical imaging techniques, practices, and processes from credentialed technologists.
• Observe patients when required.
• Assist with patient transportation.
• Help ensure necessary supplies are available and stocked.
• Assist technical staff with duties necessary to complete imaging studies.
• Apply patient-safety principles during all aspects of patient care.
• Effectively use the Radiology Information System.
• Complete, review, and prepare paperwork, corroborate the patient's clinical history with the procedure, and ensure information is documented and available to a licensed practitioner.
• Maintain confidentiality and an ethical relationship with patients and medical records.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits for full-time and part-time positions from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partner benefits.
• Collaborative, cooperative, and collegial work atmosphere.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED