Student Diagnostic Technologist

Description

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Summary:
The Diagnostic Student Technologist performs or assists with responsibilities involved in a variety of technical procedures for the application of prescribed ionizing radiation for radiological diagnosis and therapy. This position will function under the supervision of a Registered Diagnostic Technologist.

Responsibilities:
1.Operates equipment and technology safely and properly. Reports problems or malfunctions to supervisor.
2.Confirms that the correct patient ID, marker, exam tag, and annotation are correct on all radiographs.
3.Ensures orders and charges are correct.
4.Ensures correct documentation in all systems.
5.Ensures pertinent forms are complete for procedures.
6.Provides educational information to the patient regarding their examination or procedure.
7.Positions patient for specified diagnostic exams according to department protocols and procedures
8.Documents all patient procedures correctly.
9.Maintains, cleans, and restocks the assigned room. Notifies the on-duty Diagnostic Technologist of unavailable supplies or malfunctioning equipment.
10.Works at such a pace and demonstrates organizational skills as to ensure no backlogs of work or undue delays in patient flow
11.Is available and flexible to take call as required to ensure coverage for the area.
12.Completes continuing education and in-service programs to meet regulatory and job requirements.
13.Actively participates in staff meetings and on committees as requested.
14.Participates in performance improvement activities.
15.Presents and promotes a professional demeanor at all times, establishes high standards of customer service, supports responsibility, pride, and teamwork, remains calm under pressure, and offers reasonable solutions for problems.
16.Demonstrates appropriate interaction with and provides recommended care and services to all patients. Exhibits knowledge and basic understanding regarding the needs of neonatal, adolescent, pediatric, adult and geriatric patients, and the cultural needs of all patients.
17.Applies knowledge of principles of standard precautions. Routinely uses PPE to avoid risk of exposure to self and others.
WAYNE

Other information:
Education
Current enrollment in a formal Radiologic Technology training program in a school approved by the Council of Education of the American Medical Association.

Licensure/Certification
BLS certification.

Experience
None required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
*Knowledge of Radiology procedures, supplies, and equipment for the production and processing of radiographs.
*Ability to demonstrate knowledge of human anatomy and technical factors for obtaining radiographs with minimal retakes.
*Ability to understand and maintain the workflow involving all computer systems in Imaging to include the EPIC and PACS systems.
*Ability to work independently and with limited supervision.
*Good customer service and interpersonal skills.
*Ability to work at such a pace and demonstrate organizational skills as to ensure no backlogs of work or undue delays in patient flow.
*Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
*Proficient with MS Office and able to learn new software rapidly.

Valid NC Driver's License: No
If driving a Wayne UNC Vehicle, must be 21 years old and MVR must be approved by Risk Management.

RAD-641
01.7329.RAD-641.CLINICAL

Legal Employer: Wayne Health

Entity: Wayne UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: Rad.-Diagnostic

Work Type: Per Diem

Standard Hours Per Week: 4.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Rotating

Location of Job: WAYNE MED

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.