Radiology Tech Student PRN

Community Health Systems•Huntsville, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Crestwood Medical Center, we believe in the power of people to create great care! At our 180 bed full service acute care facility, we offer a friendly work environment, perfect for a new grad looking to start their career or an experienced technologist looking to make a change. Crestwood Medical Center is located in Huntsville, Alabama which offers a rich history and variety of attractions, such as education, arts, nature or just pure entertainment. With a cost of living 8% lower than the national average, we are affordable for everyone! Job Summary Responsible for obtaining radiographic images of diagnostic quality while adhering to departmental standards and protocols under the supervision of a registered Radiologic Technologist. Schedule: PRN, as needed

Requirements

Enrolled in an accredited Radiologic Technology program required
0-1 years required
BCLS - Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire required

Responsibilities

Communicates effectively.
Establishes and maintains two way communication with peers, staff, physicians, leaders, and administration.
Cooperates well with peers and supports group decisions.
Maintains a clear, neat and safe environment for patients and staff.
Seeks information/guidance from others as needed.
Correctly identifies and uses appropriately personal protective equipment.
Demonstrates population appropriate competencies for all relevant patient populations.
Uses equipment safely, adhering to policy, guidelines and/or protocols set by the facility and department.
Ensures that all procedures are properly ordered, verified and acknowledged.
Properly identifies patient before procedures.
Performs radiologic examination using correct exposure and technical factors under supervision of a registered Radiologic Technologist
Positions patients for the proper view of affected area.
Instructs patients on the requirements for the procedure(s) order.
Routinely utilizes appropriate labeling.
Marks films with left markers to identify side of patients.
Completes mandatory "exam entry fields" in computer system.
Charges for supplies through the non-procedural table and paper process if necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned.