Student Imaging Technologist - PRN, Variable Shifts

Prisma Health•Columbia, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of radiographic procedures applying ionizing radiation. This role involves performing radiographic or nuclear medicine examinations under direct supervision, processing film, and performing tests with portable equipment. The technologist must be proficient in operating all assigned areas of Diagnostic Radiology effectively and efficiently, skilled in positioning, and focused on minimizing repeat procedures while adhering to protocol. Quality checks on films are essential before submission to the radiologist, ensuring all necessary information for dictation is present. The role also includes responding to codes and emergencies, preparing and maintaining the radiographic room, checking equipment and supplies, and maintaining cleanliness. Patient care involves comfortable positioning and transfers, selecting appropriate technical factors, explaining procedures, and maintaining accurate records. Safe patient handling and recognition of adverse reactions are critical. The technologist will also train other students, assist other technologists, manage room supplies, and accurately charge procedures and supplies. Proficiency in PACS/EMR systems for patient information confidentiality and study verification is required. Adherence to radiation safety principles, including the use of personal monitoring devices, managing radioactive spills, and following ALARA principles, is mandatory. The role also requires vigilance regarding unauthorized persons in the nuclear medicine department and proper handling of radioactive materials.

Requirements

Post High School education up to 18 months.
Enrolled in accredited radiology program or nuclear medicine program
One (1) year as radiology student or completion of at least one nuclear medicine clinical rotation at Prisma Health
SCRQSA- Limited Practice Radiographer-General (Not applicable to NMT nor employees working outside SC)
CPR
Basic computer skills
Knowledge of office equipment (fax/copier)
Proficient computer skills (database)
Data entry skills
PACS
EMR

Nice To Haves

NMTCB(CNMT) or ARRT(N) within one (1) year (Applicable only to Nuclear Medicine)

Responsibilities

Performs radiographic or nuclear medicine examinations under direct supervision of technologist/manager.
Processes film including evaluating film for technical quality.
Performs test with portable equipment in patient's room when necessary.
Operates all assigned areas of Diagnostic Radiology effectively and efficiently.
Skilled in positioning for all rooms.
Keeps repeats to a minimum and follows protocol.
Performs quality check films before sending to radiologist to include markers, all pertinent information needed for appropriate dictation.
Writes additional information on request as needed.
Responds to codes and other emergency situations appropriately.
Transports patients to radiographic room; prepares and maintains room.
Checks equipment and supplies on a regular basis.
Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work areas.
Positions and transfers patients comfortably.
Selects proper technical factors on an individual basis.
Introduces self and explains procedure to patient.
Maintains records and operates equipment to produce the most reliable information on patients.
Uses proper body mechanics when moving patients or equipment.
Recognizes significant adverse reactions and acts appropriately.
Contacts nurse on patient reports as necessary.
Explains procedure to patient and introduces self and identifies department.
Informs patients and families of all delays. (including calling inpatient's room when procedure is delayed more than 1 hour).
Trains other students.
Assist other technologists when not busy in assigned area.
Keeps room cleaned and stocked at all times.
Access patient’s condition and level of cooperation and makes appropriate judgment of proper care.
Acquires requisition and checks for appropriate clinical.
Charges procedure and supplies when exam is completed.
Operates the PAC’s system appropriately and verify studies before sending to archive.
Understands and operates the PACS/EMR systems related to patient information confidentially.
Completes paperwork as exam are completed or canceled.
Charges appropriate contrast and supplies.
Consistent use of personal radiation monitoring devices.
Proper storage of personal monitoring devices.
Knowledge and effective use of proper procedures for managing and containment of a radioactive spill.
Utilize ALARA principles at all times.
Comprehend and follow the departmental and regulatory policies on recordable events and misadministration's.
When applicable properly dispose of or store radioactive materials and waste.
Be alert to and aware of nonauthorized persons in the nuclear medicine department. Such persons are to be challenged as to their identity and purpose for being in the nuclear medicine department. This applies to all unknown persons irrespective of uniform dress or official Prisma Health identification badges.
All radioactive materials sources are to be locked in the hot lab if the department is left devoid of specific nuclear medicine personnel.
Performs other duties as assigned.