Imaging Technologist Training - Optional

TriHealth; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player offers a fantastic opportunity for Radiology Students to gain hands-on experience in patient care. In this role, you will work under the guidance of radiologists, assisting with patient observation, transport, and personal needs while ensuring compliance with safety protocols. This position emphasizes teamwork and flexibility, allowing you to develop essential skills in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to learn, this role is perfect for you, providing a stepping stone into the radiology field while making a meaningful impact on patient lives.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an imaging program or field of study in Allied Health.
• Basic Life Support and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and support, including observation and transport.
• Comply with infection prevention procedures and assist team operations.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Infection Prevention Procedures

Flexibility

Education

Currently enrolled in an approved program in Allied Health

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

CPR Certification

Radiation Safety Training

Job description

Great opportunity for Radiology Students!

Job Overview:
Under the direction of the radiologist and supervision of the department manager/supervisor, this position is responsible for working effectively with patients and family to provide patient care, maintaining a cooperative relationship with interdepartmental team members, complying with infection prevention procedures, providing clerical support, maintaining accurate records, care of equipment, coordination with technologists, and the flow of patients throughout the department. Responsibilities include patient observation, patient transport, assisting patients with personal needs, recognizing status changes, and calling for appropriate assistance, as well as being available for other duties as needed. This person must be enrolled in an imaging program or field of study.

Location:

• Bethesda Butler Hospital

Work Hours:

• Optional/PRN

Job Requirements:
Currently enrolled in an approved program for a specific field of study in Allied Health.
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS).
CPR certification.
Radiation Safety training.
Up to 1 year experience.

Job Responsibilities:
Comply with infection prevention procedures, utilizing safety and reliability practices and standards, and uphold all other compliance protocols and practices.
Demonstrate flexibility and/or initiative in seeking or accepting additional assignments.
Support team and department operations by assisting with care of equipment and coordinating with technologists the flow of patients throughout the process. Assist other team members when their assignment is slow, find work to do in the department or flex off if needed.
Work effectively with patients and families to provide patient care, schedule patient appointments, perform patient observation, transport patients, and assist patients with personal needs. Recognize status changes, call for appropriate assistance, and notify the manager as appropriate.
Participate in ensuring reliable performance and assessment of equipment, performing required daily and monthly quality control procedures prior to use. Recognize the need for corrective action and notify the Supervisor.

Other Job-Related Information:

Working Conditions:
Bending - Frequently
Climbing - Rarely
Concentrating - Frequently
Continuous Learning - Frequently
Hearing: Conversation - Frequently
Interpersonal Communication - Frequently
Kneeling - Occasionally
Lifting <10 Lbs - Frequently
Lifting 50+ Lbs - Occasionally
Lifting 11-50 Lbs - Frequently
Pulling - Frequently
Pushing - Frequently
Reaching - Frequently
Reading - Consistently
Sitting - Frequently
Standing - Frequently
Stooping - Frequently
Thinking/Reasoning - Frequently
Use of Hands - Frequently
Color Vision - Frequently
Visual Acuity: Far - Consistently
Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
Walking - Frequently