Radiology Student Assistant

Geisinger•Scranton, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists Radiology Technologist staff in providing non-technical support to the various departments of Radiology. Expedites care through direct patient contact including patient transportation, patient preparation, specimen transportation, preparation of imaging rooms and other related assistance. The candidate must be enrolled in an associate or bachelor’s degree medical imaging program with the intention of hospital-based radiologic school enrollment when eligible. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Requirements

Must be enrolled in an associate or bachelor’s degree medical imaging program with intention of hospital-based radiologic school enrollment when eligible.
High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
Basic Life Support Certification
Computer Literacy
Interpersonal Communication
Preceptor Skills

Responsibilities

Greets patients upon arrival, aids in filling out necessary paperwork and transports patients to appropriate imaging areas.
Answers telephone calls for area and routes call appropriately.
Performs clerical functions as required and requested.
Assists in patient preparation and completion of examinations.
Observes a patient when required.
Assists in patient positioning and lifting and transporting when needed.
Assists in ensuring all necessary supplies are available and stocked.
Assists technical staff with any/all duties necessary for completion of imaging studies.
Applies principles of patient safety during all aspects of patient care.
Effectively uses Radiology Information System.
Maintains confidentiality and an ethical relationship with all patients and medical records.