Student, Radiology Technologist

Saint Francis Health System

18h • Onsite

About The Position

The Student, Radiology Technologist operates radiologic equipment, positions patient, adjust devices, explains procedures, adjust controls to set exposure factors, practices radiation protection techniques, and processes images for viewing. This role also operates mobile x-ray and fluoroscopy equipment.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in an accredited Radiologic Technology program and have completed 15 of the mandatory clinical competences required by the American Registry of Radiology Technology.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association.
• None.
• Working knowledge of radiation producing machines.
• Proven knowledge of CR/Film-Screen exposure techniques and protocols.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

Responsibilities

• Positions patient and adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician.
• Explains procedures to patients which allows for understanding, cooperation, and decreases possible uneasiness.
• Practices radiation protection techniques by using beam restrictive devices and patient shielding skills to minimize radiation to the patient, staff, and others.
• Obtains acceptable radiographic images using appropriate Computed Radiology and/or Film/Screen techniques according to established Quality Control Standards.
• Acquires and dissimulates patient information data for exam order using the electronic medical record system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed