Imaging Student Intern (Per Diem)

Nicklaus Children's Health System; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children's Health System in Miami is seeking an Imaging student assistant to support the Radiology department. You will work under the supervision of an Imaging Technologist, help prepare rooms and patients, and ensure a clean, safe environment for pediatric imaging procedures.

This temporary role requires enrollment in an accredited imaging program and includes cross-functional collaboration with the healthcare team to deliver compassionate, family-centered care while transitioning to

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited imaging program and completed at least one clinical rotation.
• American Heart Association BLS required within 30 days of hire and maintained in good standing.
• Ability to relate well to children and families in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Answers telephones, takes and relates messages, and provides responses when able.
• Assists imaging technologist and radiologist with procedures as needed.
• Enters information in the PACS system as required.
• Follows hospital patient-identification policy prior to examinations.
• Maintains the cleanliness and safety of the work area.
• Performs imaging duties as needed and prepares patients for exams.
• Prepares imaging rooms and stocks supplies; disinfection and waste handling.
• Greets patients, families, and visitors and communicates NCH services.

Skills

Child-friendly communication

Team collaboration

Written and verbal communication

Basic computer skills

Microsoft Office proficiency (Windows,

Tools

PACS system

Microsoft Office (Outlook/Teams)

Job description

Job Summary

Works under the supervision of an Imaging Technologist. Responsible for completing assignments, maintaining a clean and organized safe patient environment, and assisting with patient care activities. Collaborates with the healthcare team and provides compassionate and empathetic family-centered care for the patients and families. This role is a temporary assignment, and once an imaging student graduates from an accredited imaging program, reclassification to an Imaging Tech is required.

Job Specific Duties

• Answers telephones, takes and relates messages, and give responses when able.
• Assists technologist and radiologist with procedure when needed.
• Enters information in PACs system when needed.
• Follows hospital patient-identification policy prior to performing examination.
• Maintains the physical environment of the work area.
• Performs Imaging duties as needed.
• Prepares patient/parent for Imaging exam.
• Prepares Imaging room for examinations.
• Stocks Imaging rooms with adequate supplies at the beginning of shift.
• Cleans and disinfects rooms, furniture, fixtures, and equipment. Makes beds, removes soiled linen, trash, and relines all waste and laundry containers.
• Anticipates need for and gathers patients comfort measures, i.e. warm blanket, pillows, positioning aids, etc.
• Greets and welcomes patients, families, and visitors. Communicates information regarding NCH services and delivers excellent timely service and support.

Qualifications

Minimum Job Requirements

• Actively enrolled in an accredited imaging program and completed at least one clinical rotation
• American Heart Association BLS required within 30 days of hire - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Able to relate well with children, parents, and co-workers.
• Basic knowledge in use of computers and printers, and/or ability to learn appropriate software applications.
• Proficient in Microsoft including Windows, Outlook Email, Outlook Calendar and Microsoft Teams.
• Able to float to assigned center/department and is flexible.
• Works effectively in a collaborative environment and follows the direction of the Imaging Tech and/or Imaging leader.
• Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with clients and co-workers.
• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Able to follow detailed written or verbal instructions.
• Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Job

Imaging & Radiology

Department

RADIOLOGY-2100-721000

Job Status

Professional