Radiology Tech Student

Lifepoint Health • Florence, AL

4h

About The Position

North Alabama Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified
healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a
profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional
care to others. As a Radiology Tech Student joining our team, you’re embracing a
vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this
meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a
remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who
you are not just what you can do. North Alabama Medical Center is a 263 bed
facility offering the community’s only open heart surgery site, a complete line
of women’s and children’s services and a complete line of medical and imaging
services. We are a Certified Chest Pain center and recognized as a Primary
Stroke Center of Excellence by the American Heart/American Stroke Association.
North Alabama Medical Center’s 24-hour emergency department serves as the
primary referral center for major trauma cases in Northwest Alabama.

No matter what type of things you’re interested in, we have things of interest
for you. Florence, AL is a vibrant area with walkable streets and plenty of
inspiring things to do. Spend your days getting to know the local community by
exploring our shops, restaurants, and historical attractions.

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing
excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position
also offers:

Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free
gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and
discount programs).

Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement
opportunities.

The role of the Student Radiologic Technologist is to perform diagnostic
radiographic examinations under the supervision of a Registered Radiologic
Technologist using JRCERT guidelines.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must be working on completion of a Bachelor’s Degree, Diploma or Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology (verification from school is required).
• BLS required.

Responsibilities

• He or she must demonstrate a thorough knowledge of anatomy.
• The technologist must demonstrate thorough knowledge and skill and understanding of image quality.
• Must be able to communicate to patients the nature of the tests and relieve their anxiety.
• Must demonstrate an understanding of Radiographic Positioning, Radiographic Technique, Radiation Safety, Imaging Equipment, Infection Control and Quality Control techniques.
• Presents a pleasant and helpful manner to patients, physicians, subordinates and other members of the department staff.
• Assists in maintaining a work area free from hazards.
• The student radiologic technologist must perform routine diagnostic imaging studies, as needed. Must vary work schedule.
• The patient population ranges from neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. The student radiologic technologist must provide services to all patients, families, and physicians serving this population.
• Insures that patient examinations are performed in an accurate and timely manner; not to exceed 30 minutes. Provides accurate patient positioning, computer entries and filming.
• Maintains an effective use of time, reports availability accordingly.
• Demonstrates a willingness and ability to assist others. Consistently displays team effort.
• Applies knowledge to produce high quality diagnostic images with use of professional knowledge to meet or exceed department guidelines.
• Maintains exam accuracy, i.e., minimum views, labeling, patient dose, positioning, patient history and shielding. Minimizes patient exposure.
• Maintains a safe working environment.
• Maintains knowledge of equipment performance. Reports malfunctions to supervisor. Conveys to supervisor any problems related to supplies or equipment as well as information pertaining to the problem.
• Demonstrates the ability to resolve problems. Demonstrates the ability to make sound independent decisions when circumstances so warrant.
• Demonstrates technical knowledge. Demonstrates the ability to provide patient education relating to diagnostic radiology procedures.
• Learns and maintains knowledge of current imaging techniques. Identifies methods to improve efficiency and customer relations. Identifies methods to improve diagnostic quality.

Benefits

• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree