Imaging Student Extern

Community Health Network; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Network is seeking an Imaging Student Extern to join our imaging team. This role involves assisting technologists with direct and indirect patient care while enrolled in a Radiologic Technology program. Key responsibilities include patient preparation, transportation, and maintaining a safe environment.

Candidates must exhibit proficiency in relevant computer systems and be prepared for hands-on patient support under supervision. This is an excellent opportunity for passionate individuals looking to advance their careers in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Proficiency in computer systems supporting Medical Imaging, including EMR and PACS.
• Ability to assist with patient care under direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist technologist with preparing and screening patients for exams.
• Position patients on the exam table.
• Transport patients to and from the Emergency Department.
• Perform indirect patient care including documentation.

Skills

Direct patient care

Computer systems proficiency (EMR, PACS)

Phlebotomy

Patient education assistance

Safe environment maintenance

Education

Currently enrolled in an accredited Radiologic Technology program

Job description

Overview

Applications only being accepted from those applicants who are currently enrolled in an accredited Radiologic Technologist program. Join Community Community Health Network has an excellent opportunity available within our imaging team for a student enrolled in a radiologic technology program. If you are looking for challenging work and meaningful advancement, then you should consider a career with Community.

Make a Difference

The Imaging Student Extern works under the direction of an Imaging Technologist and performs direct and indirect patient care. Direct patient care can include assisting technologist with preparing and screening patients for exams, positioning and performance of exams, as requested. Indirect patient care can include documentation; assisting to reinforce patient/family education, stocking supplies, room turnover, and patient transportation/escort. Collaborates with other team members to perform other services as directed.

Exceptional Skills and Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Establishes and maintains a safe environment, with the room organized and free of fall hazards, conducive to effective team functioning, positive patient outcomes, and personal safety.
• Assists Care Team with patient care under the direct supervision of the Imaging Technologist(s).
• Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computer systems that support the Medical Imaging Department, including EMR, PACS (and affiliated PACS features), and phlebotomy.
• Provides patient specimens to Pathology and Laboratory when requested.
• Answers phone calls for the imaging department and monitors voicemail.
• Transitions patients from portable oxygen tank to flow meter and vice versa with no adjustment to the amount of oxygen delivered.
• Escorts patients with outpatient procedures to and from the imaging department.
• Transports patients to and from the Emergency Department.
• Instructs and assists patients for exam/procedure preparation (e.g., changing clothes, using restroom, completing screening/questionnaire forms, etc.).
• Positions patients on the exam table.
• Assists with room turnover (e.g., cleaning, linen, stocking, trash removal).
• Performs phlebotomy as needed.
• Starts and discontinues temporary IV access as required.
• Performs eGFR POC testing.
• Establishes temporary IV access.