Student Imaging Technologist - PRN, Variable Shifts

Prisma Health•Greer, 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, processes and checks images for technical quality, and operates assigned diagnostic imaging equipment. The role includes preparing rooms and patients, selecting appropriate technical factors, maintaining equipment and supplies, supporting emergency situations, and assisting other technologists. It also involves managing patient information, requisitions, charges, documentation, and imaging records using PACS and EMR systems. When applicable, the position follows radiation-safety and radioactive-material handling procedures, including ALARA principles and radioactive spill management. This is a non-management position reporting to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive.

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.
SCRQSA Limited Practice Radiographer-General certification; not applicable to nuclear medicine technologists or employees working outside South Carolina.
For nuclear medicine only: NMTCB (CNMT) or ARRT(N) certification within one year.
Basic computer skills.
Proficient computer skills, including database use.
Data entry skills.
PACS and EMR skills.

Responsibilities

Perform radiographic or nuclear medicine examinations under direct supervision of a technologist or manager.
Process films and evaluate images for technical quality; check markers and pertinent information before sending images to the radiologist.
Perform examinations with portable equipment in patient rooms when necessary.
Operate assigned areas of Diagnostic Radiology effectively and position patients appropriately; follow protocol and keep repeat examinations to a minimum.
Respond appropriately to codes and other emergency situations.
Transport, position, and transfer patients; prepare and maintain imaging rooms and explain procedures to patients.
Check equipment and supplies regularly; keep work areas orderly, clean, and stocked.
Select appropriate technical factors for each patient and operate equipment to produce reliable patient information.
Use proper body mechanics when moving patients or equipment.
Recognize significant adverse reactions, act appropriately, and contact nurses regarding patient reports when necessary.
Introduce self, identify the department, assess patient condition and cooperation, and inform patients and families about delays, including notifying inpatient rooms when delays exceed one hour.
Train other students and assist technologists when not busy in the assigned area.
Acquire requisitions, check for appropriate clinical information, charge procedures and supplies, and complete paperwork for completed or canceled examinations.
Operate the PACS system and verify studies before sending them to the archive; use PACS and EMR systems while maintaining patient confidentiality.
Use and store personal radiation monitoring devices appropriately and apply ALARA principles.
Follow departmental and regulatory policies for recordable events and misadministrations; manage radioactive spills and, when applicable, properly store or dispose of radioactive materials and waste.
Monitor access to the nuclear medicine department and challenge unknown or unauthorized persons regarding their identity and purpose.
Perform other duties as assigned.