Radiology Technlogist Intern

3110 Kennestone Hospital, Inc.•Marietta, GA

About The Position

The Radiology Tech Intern assists in providing safe, age-appropriate patient care by performing only imaging exams for which they have been deemed competent under department procedures. The role requires the knowledge and ability to obtain quality diagnostic studies safely and includes a limited variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative in using equipment for diagnosis and treatment. The intern assists with PACS and EPIC documentation, maintains the exam room, and assists with contrasted exams. The intern performs diagnostic radiology procedures using radiation-reduction techniques, explains exams and answers customer questions, adjusts exposure factors to optimize image quality, positions patients, and follows procedures to prevent unnecessary radiation exposure to patients and staff. Once deemed competent in an exam, the intern may perform it independently with indirect supervision. The position provides students with additional hands-on experience and helps anticipate technologists’ needs, supporting staff satisfaction and customer throughput. The schedule is 18–24 hours per week on weekdays and weekends. The role reports directly to the Chief Tech of Diagnostic Radiology and/or Site Manager. Eligible candidates may receive relocation assistance, and the position offers access to Wellstar’s CareerCare program for funded education and guided career progression.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Completed competencies in chest exams (routine and portable), all extremities, and abdomen exams (supine and decubitus).
Competency with computer data entry and the PACS system.
Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with patients, families, and healthcare staff.
Ability to work scheduled hours flexibly to meet departmental needs.

Nice To Haves

Radiology experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic radiology procedures for exams in which competency has been established, using radiation-reduction techniques.
Explain exams to patients and answer their questions accurately.
Operate equipment and adjust exposure factors to optimize image quality.
Position patients appropriately, using critical thinking when necessary.
Follow procedures to prevent unnecessary radiation exposure to patients and self.
Complete appropriate EPIC navigators to begin and end exams and document other required information.
Use the PACS system appropriately and complete tasks in the required order.
Communicate appropriately with staff, patients and family members, physicians, nurses, and others throughout the organization.
Answer department phones in a courteous and respectful manner.
Verify written orders.
Transport patients to and from the emergency department or inpatient areas as needed.
Participate in quality assurance and quality control projects as needed.
Maintain patient privacy and help maintain the exam room.
Assist with contrasted exams.
Be flexible with scheduled hours to meet departmental needs.
Comply with Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.
Perform other duties as assigned.