Imaging Technologist Student II

Job Summary

Updates radiology/vascular/echo technologist staff in providing non-technical and/or supervised technical support to various departments. Expedites care through direct patient contact including patient transportation, preparation, specimen transportation, and room preparation. Cares for patients of all ages under technologist supervision.

Job Duties

• Operates imaging equipment pertaining to specific modality of hire.
• Produces quality imaging studies under the guidance, direction, and oversight of a registered technologist.
• Performs post-processing of imaging studies as applicable.
• Prepares patients for exams including MRI Safety Screening (where applicable).
• Maintains imaging equipment.
• Applies principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
• Applies principles of patient safety during all aspects of patient care.
• Effectively uses Radiology Information System.
• Completes, reviews, and prepares paperwork and corroborates a patient’s clinical history with the procedure and ensures information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.
• Maintains confidentiality and an ethical relationship with all patients and medical records.
• Supports transporting of patients.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)

Experience

Must be a second-year student, or first-year student who satisfied all competency requirements, actively attending an accredited educational Radiology technology, vascular, or echo program recognized by the JRC-ARRT, JRC-DMS, or accredited program recognized by the CCAHEP or CMA.