Imaging Technologist Student

Geisinger Clinic; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Geisinger Clinic is seeking a student Radiology Support role to provide non-technical and supervised assistance across Radiology departments. You will help with patient transport, room preparation, and imaging support under technologist supervision to ensure efficient patient flow.

The position requires enrollment in an accredited Radiology tech program and active eligibility with recognized boards. Working Days vary with an emphasis on hands-on learning within a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Currently a second-year student, or first-year student who has satisfied all competency requirements in a Radiology technology, vascular, or echo program recognized by JRC-ARRT, JRC-DMS, or CMA/CCAHEP.
• Must be enrolled and actively attending an accredited program recognized by the respective boards.

Responsibilities

• Operates imaging equipment for the specified modality under supervision.
• Assists Radiology staff by transporting patients and preparing imaging rooms.
• Processes imaging studies post-acquisition under supervision until competency is achieved.
• Prepares patients for exams including MRI safety screening where applicable.
• Maintains imaging equipment and ensures ALARA principles to minimize exposure.
• Supports the team with patient safety and documentation in the RIS.
• Collaborates with licensed practitioners to verify clinical history and documentation.
• Assists with patient transportation and general departmental duties as needed.

Skills

Computer Literacy

Interpersonal Communication

Preceptor Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Active enrollment in accredited Radiology technology program recognized by JRC-ARRT/JRC-DMS/CCAHEP

Job description

Hiring Manager:

Daniel J Mattucci

Manager Email:

[e-mail]

Manager Phone:

[phone] x51437

Target Start/End Dates:

11/2/26 - Unspecified Location: Geisinger Medical Center (GMC)

Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Worker Type:

Student

Job Summary:

Update to Assists Radiology/Vascular/Echo Technologist staff in providing non-technical and/or supervised technical support to the various departments of Radiology. Expedites care through direct patient contact including patient transportation, patient preparation, specimen transportation, preparation of imaging rooms and other related assistance. Cares for patients of all ages under technologist supervision.

Job Duties:

• Operates imaging equipment pertaining to specific modality of hire.


• Produces quality imaging studies under the guidance, direction, and oversight of a registered technologist under direct supervision until competency is achieved, for all surgical/mobile examinations, and repeat images to assure patient safety.


• Works under indirect supervision of a qualified technologist after achieving exam competency.


• Performs post-processing of imaging studies as applicable.


• Prepares patients for exams including MRI Safety Screening (where applicable).


• Maintains imaging equipment.


• Applies principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.


• Applies principles of patient safety during all aspects of patient care.


• Effectively uses Radiology Information System.


• Efficiently completes, reviews, and prepares paperwork and corroborates a patient's clinical history with the procedure and ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.


• Maintains confidentiality and an ethical relationship with all patients and medical records.


• Supports transporting of patients.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details:

Must be a second-year student, or first-year student who satisfied all competency requirements, actively attending an accredited educational Radiology technology, vascular, or echo program recognized by the JRC-ARRT, JRC-DMS, or accredited program recognized by the CCAHEP or CMA.

Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)

Certification(s) and License(s):

Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body

Skills:

• Computer Literacy


• Interpersonal Communication


• Preceptor Skills

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES:

Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.

KINDNESS:

We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.

EXCELLENCE:

We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.

LEARNING:

We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.

INNOVATION :

We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.

SAFETY:

We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family