Radiology Tech Intern PRN

San Juan Regional Medical Center • Farmington, NM

3d

About The Position

Radiology Interns apply their current education in radiologic imaging of the human body to produce diagnostic images used in the treatment of injury and disease. The intern performs basic radiologic procedures at a professional and technical level under general supervision from a registered technologist. General supervision means that a registered technologist is regularly available to review the intern’s practice and images, provide consultation, and further education.

The role may provide supervised coverage for the O.R. and E.D. as needed. The intern uses the C.R. system, transfers and views images through P.A.C.S., and uses Meditech for ordering. Duties also include maintaining exam rooms and supplies, transporting patients as needed, communicating professionally, preserving confidentiality, and participating in continuing education. Employees are expected to embody San Juan Regional Medical Center’s values and implement its Service Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Effectiveness, and Stewardship.

Requirements

• Be a second-year radiology student in good standing in a formal Radiologic Technology Program.
• Complete all required radiology exam competencies.
• Hold current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic radiologic procedures at a professional and technical level under general supervision from a registered technologist.
• Understand the reporting structure for the position, including the Radiology Manager, Radiology Assistant Manager, Charge Technologist, Senior Radiologic Technologist, and staff technologists.
• Provide knowledgeable coverage for the O.R. and E.D. as needed, under a registered technologist’s supervision.
• Understand and use the C.R. (computerized radiology) system.
• Understand the transfer and viewing of images through the P.A.C.S. system.
• Understand the ordering system through Meditech.
• Maintain, clean, and restock radiologic exam rooms after procedures.
• Transport patients as needed.
• Adhere to the hospital dress code.
• Maintain confidentiality of hospital matters, including patient HIPAA information.
• Use good communication skills and communicate professionally with staff and patients.
• Conduct oneself professionally and consistently with San Juan Regional Medical Center’s values.
• Take responsibility for personal continuing education and development, including attending meetings, workshops, and conventions to increase clinical skills.
• Maintain the employee education training record, policy tech, and HealthStream system.
• Maintain current CPR certification.
• Implement SJRMC’s Service Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Effectiveness, and Stewardship in daily work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed