Student Radiology Tech - PRN

Medical University of South Carolina•Columbia, SC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Student Radiology Technologist Job Duties Student radiology technologists will aid with imaging exams. S/He assists with diagnostic exams, performs clerical duties including record keeping, and maintains high quality services. Communicates effectively with patients/families and all care providers. Should be actively enrolled in an accredited Radiology program. Student Radiology Technologist Job Duties Student radiology technologists will aid with imaging exams. S/He assists with diagnostic exams, performs clerical duties including record keeping, and maintains high quality services. Communicates effectively with patients/families and all care providers. Performs all diagnostic routine procedures (minor trauma, fluoroscopy, minor surgery, and routine studies) Acquires requisition and checks for appropriate clinical Obtains appropriate supplies and prepares room for patient Access patient’s condition and level of cooperation and makes appropriate judgment of proper care Notifies nurse and charts all infiltrates and reactions Quality check films before sending to radiologist to include markers, all pertinent information needed for appropriate dictation Writes additional information on request as needed Keeps room cleaned and stocked at all times Responds to codes and other emergency situations appropriately 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) Assist other technologists when not busy in assigned area Charges procedure and supplies when exam is completed Adds surgical charges when needed Operates the PAC’s system appropriately and verify studies before sending to archive Reports equipment problems to supervisor, in-charge tech and documents confirmation numbers Maintain student confidentiality This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive Student Radiology Technologist transition to Radiology Technologist Upon completion of the ARRT radiology registry, a promotion will be awarded from a student tech position to a vacant radiology technologist position. The promotion wage increase will be based on passing the radiology tech registry. Benefits and sign on bonus will also be awarded if eligible based on position. Additional Job Description Education: High School Degree or equivalent Work Experience: 0-2 years of work experience If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. 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Requirements

Actively enrolled in an accredited Radiology program
High School Degree or equivalent
0-2 years of work experience

Responsibilities

Aid with imaging exams
Assist with diagnostic exams
Perform clerical duties including record keeping
Maintain high quality services
Communicate effectively with patients/families and all care providers
Perform all diagnostic routine procedures (minor trauma, fluoroscopy, minor surgery, and routine studies)
Acquire requisition and checks for appropriate clinical
Obtain appropriate supplies and prepares room for patient
Access patient’s condition and level of cooperation and makes appropriate judgment of proper care
Notify nurse and charts all infiltrates and reactions
Quality check films before sending to radiologist to include markers, all pertinent information needed for appropriate dictation
Write additional information on request as needed
Keep room cleaned and stocked at all times
Respond to codes and other emergency situations appropriately
Explain procedure to patient and introduces self and identifies department
Inform patients and families of all delays (Including calling inpatient's room when procedure is delayed more than 1 hour)
Assist other technologists when not busy in assigned area
Charge procedure and supplies when exam is completed
Add surgical charges when needed
Operate the PAC’s system appropriately and verify studies before sending to archive
Report equipment problems to supervisor, in-charge tech and documents confirmation numbers
Maintain student confidentiality