Student Radiology Technologist, PRN, First Shift, Cardiac Cath Lab

UC Health•Cincinnati, OH

22d•Onsite

About The Position

UC Health is hiring a PRN Student Radiology Technologist for the Cardiac Cath Lab department at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center. University of Cincinnati Medical Center, as part of the Clifton Campus of UC Health, has served Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for nearly 200 years. Our experts utilize advanced medical knowledge and technology, providing a high level of specialty and subspecialty medical care. UC Medical Center is home to medical breakthroughs through research and offers Greater Cincinnati’s only Level I adult trauma center.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Current enrollment in a Radiology Technology program (or pending enrollment) that is certified by the JCERT or a graduate of a Radiology Technology Program certified by the JCERT and awaiting Licenses as a Radiographer.
Must achieve CPR certification within 8 weeks of employment.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for imaging procedures by verifying identity, explaining procedures, and ensuring comfort and safety.
May perform venipuncture for procedures based upon exam criteria.
Work with the nursing units to coordinate and transport patients as necessary.
Prepare labels and containers for contrast administration.
Practice radiation safety principles, including ALARA, proper shielding, and adherence to dose reduction protocols.
Observes and enforces Magnetic Resonance safety policies.
Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policies.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe imaging environment, including room preparation and equipment cleaning.
Respond appropriately to patient needs, emergencies, and changes in patient condition by notifying supervising staff.
Comply with all hospital policies, infection prevention standards, and regulatory requirements.
Assist with clerical or operational tasks within the imaging department, such as answering calls, as assigned.
Research patient’s previous exams and reports in EPIC.
Complete functions in both the EPIC and PACS systems related to the study.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and safety huddles as appropriate.
Support departmental workflow during peak times under supervision.
Participate in clinical education activities, competency assessments, and evaluations required by the academic program.
Demonstrate professional conduct, teamwork, and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members.