Radiology Trainee

Summary

Performs radiological procedures at technical level that requires direct supervision. Must be considered a second level student by clinical supervisor.

Responsibilities

• PREPARES PATIENT FOR PROCEDURE:
  • Identifies patient using two identifiers and two sources.
  • Documents pregnancy according to procedure.
  • Identifies common clinical indications for imaging studies and notes discrepancies.
  • Correctly documents and maintains patient care records—ensures order is correct.
• PRODUCES DIAGNOSTIC QUALITY EXAMS ACCORDING TO DEPARTMENTAL COMPETENCY AND COLLEGE COMPETENCY:
  • Sets technical factors, positions patient to achieve optimal images.
  • Completes quality exams with efficiency and accuracy.
  • Maintains competency when performing surgical Imaging exams under strict sterile procedure.
  • Performs quality diagnostic exams with portable machine in ER, and floor units.
  • Recognizes limitations of knowledge for student radiographer; avoids repeat or unnecessary errors.
• MAINTAINS THE SAFETY INCLUDING RADIATION SAFETY OF THE PATIENT AND THE TECHNOLOGIST:
  • Properly shields patient.
  • Minimizes repeats.
  • Demonstrates compliance with ALARA principles.
  • Demonstrates understanding and compliance with NPSG's; maintains the safety integrity per room assignment.
  • Prepared for emergencies and uses the correct procedures to maximize safety and minimize risks; detects hazardous situations and takes action to correct it or report it; reports incidents or accidents promptly.
  • Demonstrates good infection control practices.
• ASSISTS RADIOLOGIST IN PERFORMING FLUORO PROCEDURES:
  • Sets up room properly for each exam including proper supplies for radiological study.
• MAINTAINS LEVEL OF COMPETENCY THROUGH EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Participates in in-service education classes including departmental.
  • Maintains "in good standing" status under the direction of radiology program coordinator.
  • Maintains knowledge of department meeting.
  • Meets deadlines for review of educational, policies, modules, meeting, etc.
  • Stays informed of departmental policy changes.
• IS ABLE TO IDENTIFY AND ADDRESS THE NEEDS OF DIFFERENT PATIENT AGE GROUPS (IE PEDIATRIC, ADOLESCENT, GERIATRIC) AND DEMONSTRATES THE ABILITY TO EFFECTIVELY COMMUNICATE WITH THESE PATIENTS.
• RECOGNIZES TECHNICAL LIMITATIONS AND COMMUNICATES THAT INFORMATION PROMPTLY TO THE SUPERVISING TECH OR RADIOLOGY PHYSICIAN.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• Must be attending AMA approved school of radiologic technology.
• Must be a second level student and must be in good standing with current curriculum.

Schedule

Rotating schedule. Work Assignment Type: Onsite.

Pay

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity. Hiring range: $19.98 - $28.54 per hour.