Student Radiologic Technologist

Responsibilities

• Patient Positioning & Preparation: Properly position patients for X-rays and ensure their comfort and safety
• Performing Imaging Procedures: assist in capturing high-quality diagnostic images under supervision using either X-ray equipment
• Radiation Safety: follow As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principles to minimize radiation exposure for patients and staff
• Equipment Operation & Maintenance: learn to use and maintain radiographic machines and digital imaging systems, such as X-ray machines
• Image Processing & Evaluation: assist in processing and reviewing images using PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System)
• Collaboration with Healthcare Teams: work alongside radiologists, nurses, and other medical staff to provide quality diagnostic imaging

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Currently attending an accredited health care educational program for radiologic technology
• Meet state requirements for exemption from licensing to operate x-ray equipment, documentation of state exemption required in personnel file
• Completion of their first-year curriculum requirements
• Current BCLS (AHA)
• At least one year of clinical experience in the radiology technologist program required
• Proficient computer skills