Radiology Extern - 1 Theall Road

Summit Health • Rye, NY

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About The Position

The Imaging Extern shadows a preceptor while learning administrative and clinical imaging workflows. Activities are performed with the patient’s permission. The extern learns how to support patient flow, prepare rooms and equipment, assist with patient positioning and technical factors, and understand radiology operations, quality control, and radiation safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient flow.
• Greet and escort patients throughout the facility with their permission.
• Serve as a liaison between patients and the imaging team, including PSRs, technologists, tech aides, and leadership.
• Restock supplies.
• Handle medical equipment properly.
• Assist with room and equipment preparation before and after imaging studies.
• Review screening questionnaires when applicable.
• Position patients.
• Set appropriate technical factors.
• Administer radiation under preceptor shadowing.
• Learn radiology workflows, metrics, and processes.
• Practice patient and staff experience initiatives.
• Learn the QA program and radiation safety policies.
• Learn quality control documentation.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Life coverage
• Disability coverage
• Vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) coverage
• 401(k) savings plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed