Student Tech Xray

The University of Kansas Health System•Kansas City, KS

11d

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist Trainee performs x-ray procedures to produce images for the purpose of diagnosing disease processes under the supervision of a licensed Radiologic Technologist until board certified. Procedures can be performed at various locations throughout the main campus and at hospital associated imaging facilities. Competence is required for both fixed and mobile x-ray devices. Experience is required in high acuity areas, surgical areas and for less acute outpatient customers.

Requirements

High School Graduate
Radiologic Technology currently active student in an accredited program
Less than 1 year at least 6 months of clinical experience
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) upon Hire

Nice To Haves

Additional languages a plus
Ability to utilize computer systems to perform patient testing and to retrieve data related to the monitoring of quality and performance needs

Responsibilities

Must be competent in the use of all x-ray equipment, both fixed and mobile. Has the ability to provide this service throughout the department.
Demonstrates flexibility in reviewing new approaches in response to changing organizational and healthcare needs.
Seeks out assistance appropriately in regard to policies and procedures, patient safety, infection control and other departmental and organizational requirements.
Ensures communication is consistent, provided in multiple forms and is effective.
Ensures that a high priority is recognized and observed by all staff relating to safety; this includes employees, patients, vendors and other customers.
Is responsible for reporting information to Radiology leadership in regard to potential hazards, safety and/or behavioral demonstrations that do not provide for safe and “world class” healthcare environment.
Ensures that patients are treated in a timely fashion and that patient satisfaction requires technologist participation in the transport process.
Participates and assists radiology leadership in the collection of information related to process improvement.
Interacts with all hospital customers to assist with patient and customer satisfaction and HCAPS scores.
Understands, supports and practices current rules/regulations/practices, both state and national.
Shows interest and initiative in assuring that personal competency requirements are met.
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.