Student-Imaging Tech, PRN, Variable Shifts

Prisma Health•Greenville, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of radiographic procedures involving ionizing radiation. Under the direct supervision of a technologist or manager, performs radiographic or nuclear medicine examinations and supports patient care, equipment readiness, image quality, and departmental operations. The role requires effective use of assigned diagnostic radiology areas and, where applicable, nuclear medicine safety procedures. The position reports to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive and is non-management.

Requirements

Post-high-school education of up to 18 months.
Enrollment in an accredited Radiology or Nuclear Medicine program.
One year as a radiology student, or completion of at least one Nuclear Medicine clinical rotation at Prisma Health.
Basic computer skills.
Proficient database computer skills.
Data-entry skills.
Knowledge of PACS and EMR.
SCRQSA Limited Practice Radiographer-General certification, except for Nuclear Medicine Technologists and employees working outside South Carolina.
For Nuclear Medicine only: NMTCB (CNMT) or ARRT(N) certification within one year.
CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Perform radiographic or nuclear medicine examinations under direct supervision of a technologist or manager.
Process films and evaluate them for technical quality; check images for markers and information needed for radiologist dictation before submission.
Perform portable equipment tests in patient rooms when necessary.
Operate assigned areas of Diagnostic Radiology effectively and position patients appropriately; follow protocols and minimize repeat examinations.
Respond appropriately to codes and other emergencies.
Transport, position, and transfer patients; prepare and maintain examination rooms and use proper body mechanics when moving patients or equipment.
Check equipment and supplies regularly; maintain clean, orderly, and stocked work areas.
Select appropriate technical factors for each patient and operate equipment to produce reliable patient information.
Recognize significant adverse reactions, act appropriately, and contact nurses regarding patient reports as necessary.
Explain procedures, introduce self, identify the department, assess patient condition and cooperation, and inform patients and families of delays, including calling inpatient rooms when a procedure is delayed more than one hour.
Train other students and assist technologists when not busy in the assigned area.
Obtain requisitions and check for appropriate clinical information; charge for completed procedures and supplies, including contrast when appropriate.
Operate PACS and related EMR systems appropriately and confidentially, verify studies before sending them to the archive, and complete paperwork for completed or canceled examinations.
Use and store personal radiation monitoring devices properly and apply ALARA principles.
Manage and contain radioactive spills appropriately; follow departmental and regulatory policies for recordable events and misadministrations; dispose of or store radioactive materials and waste properly when applicable.
Remain alert to unauthorized persons in the nuclear medicine department, challenge unknown persons regarding identity and purpose, and secure radioactive sources in the hot lab when the department is left without nuclear medicine personnel.
Perform other duties as assigned.