Radiologic Technologist - Student Assistant PRN - Providence

USA Health Systems; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Health in Mobile, AL seeks a Radiologic Technologist to assist with diagnostic imaging procedures, position patients, and ensure radiation safety. You will follow protocols, maintain infection control, review orders, and collaborate with the radiology team to deliver high-quality images while upholding patient confidentiality.

This role requires Basic Life Support on hire and enrollment in an approved Radiologic Technology program. Regular attendance and adherence to policies are expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and current enrollment in an approved Radiologic Technology program.
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required upon hire.
• Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Radiologic Technologists in diagnostic imaging procedures by using standard protocols.
• Enforces compliance requirements and ethics as per organizational values.
• Maintains confidentiality and follows hospital policies.
• Ensures regular attendance and adheres to timekeeping policies.
• Positions patients and moves equipment safely during exams.
• Demonstrates proper positioning and labeling of images with markers.
• Maintains infection control and department cleanliness.
• Reviews orders and confirms patient identifiers before procedures.
• Assists with C-arm procedures in OR and other areas.
• Ensures radiation safety and protective measures for patient and staff.
• Communicates effectively with patients and healthcare team.
• Maintains inventory and reports equipment issues.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Radiology procedures

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Enrollment in Radiologic Technology program

Tools

Radiology equipment

C-arm

Job description

Overview

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education, and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists, and researchers provides the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Radiologic Technologists in performing a variety of diagnostic imaging procedures by using standard department protocols, isolation precautions and/or sterile technique
• Abides by and enforces all compliance requirements and policies and performs these responsibilities in an ethical manner consistent with the organization's values
• Adheres to hospital and departmental policies including confidentiality
• Exhibits an acceptable work ethic as evidenced by regular and prompt attendance, as well as following all timekeeping/ clocking policies
• Utilizes proper body mechanics when moving, positioning and transferring patients without assistance or with assistance when needed for patient safety, moving equipment/supplies necessary to perform essential function
• Demonstrates CPR according to American Heart Association standards
• Works assigned schedule
• Knowledge of all imaging equipment, including but not limited to radiology digital fluoro and diagnostic equipment, including c-arms
• Demonstrates proper positioning for all exams, appropriately labels patient position to reflect correct orientation of images with use of markers
• Adjusts technical factors in proportion to patient and body part being examined while minimizing radiation
• Provides radiation protection to patient, family, staff and self, according to prescribed radiation safety standards
• Recognizes emergency situations and initiates code procedures as needed
• Performs patient assessment and screening, such as allergies, potential drug interactions, and lab requirements, within the scope of practice
• Maintains aseptic or sterile technique, as appropriate, when performing invasive procedures
• Directly assists the Radiologic Technologist during procedures
• Assists with c-arm procedures in OR as well as ancillary areas such as GI lab or ICU
• Assists all routine radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures including portable examinations as assigned
• Reviews CPOE and written orders checking for special instructions from physicians
• Accurately critiques images with Radiologic Technologist to determine diagnostic quality and adjusts factors if imaging is to be repeated
• Adheres to established protocols, QA guidelines, and regulatory requirements; pleasantly greets patient, confirming identity using two identifiers and introducing oneself
• Communicates and uses appropriate customer relation skills with patients, families, and all members of the healthcare team
• Completely explains examination procedure to the patient and family, if present
• Performs visual preventive safety inspections of all equipment used and communicates problems to supervisor/assistant director/director
• Helps maintains necessary inventory of supplies, rotating stock in an orderly fashion, and eliminating outdated items
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of the department
• Completes all aspects of a patients exam
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies and procedures
• Maintains professional and technical
• Accepts and completes all duties positively and without conflict
• Cooperates, helps others, and improves the performance of the unit.
• Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements
• Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards
• Regular and prompt attendance
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required
• Related duties as assigned

Additional Information

Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and current enrollment in an approved Radiologic Technology program. Required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
• Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic understanding of radiographic procedures and patient care principles. HighBasic understanding of radiographic procedures and patient care principles. High
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. HighStrong interpersonal and communication skills. High
• Knowledge of radiation safety practices. HighKnowledge of radiation safety practices. High
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision. HighAbility to follow instructions and work under supervision. High
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. HighStrong organizational skills and attention to detail. High
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism. HighAbility to maintain confidentiality and professionalism. High