Radiology Student Tech I | Part-Time

Singing River Health System; Ocean Springs (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Singing River Health System is hiring a Radiology Student Tech to perform technical procedures involving ionizing radiation for patient care. Responsibilities include preparing and developing x-ray equipment, monitoring patients, and assisting in the radiology department.

The ideal candidate must hold a High School Diploma or GED and be enrolled in a CAHEA accredited radiology program. Join our team and make a difference in your community.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a CAHEA accredited radiology program.
• Previous clinical rotation experience required.
• Must complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties directly involved with technical procedures applying ionizing radiation.
• Prepares equipment, patient rooms, supplies, and medications.
• Transports and monitors patients as per requirements.

Skills

Patient transport and monitoring

X-ray procedures

BCLS certification

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Enrollment in CAHEA accredited radiology program

12 months in CAHEA radiological technologist program for Level II

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

Job description

Overview

At Singing River Health System, caring isn’t just part of the job — it’s in our DNA. Whether we’re saving lives, supporting behind the scenes, or showing up for our community, we bring the energy, heart, and hustle every single day. With pride, passion, and commitment, we will improve health and save lives in our community every day.

Shift

Every other Friday (6a‑6p), Saturday (6a‑6p) and Sunday (7:30a‑5:30p). Rotating Holidays.

Location

Singing River Ocean Springs Hospital

Position Overview

The Radiology Student Tech performs duties directly involved with a variety of technical procedures applying ionizing radiation for the purpose of demonstrating structures for interpretation and/or therapeutic intervention by, or at the request of, a licensed practitioner. Responsibilities include preparing equipment used to expose the x‑ray film, developing and organizing films, preparing patient rooms, supplies, and medications (contrast agents). There are two levels:

• Level I: Transports and monitors patients. Can perform x‑rays (abdomen, upper, and lower extremities) under supervision, once required clinical competencies have been completed as per the radiology program at the designated school.
• Level II: Performs x‑rays unsupervised (includes fluoroscopy and surgery) after completing the required clinical competencies for the designated radiology program.

DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require other or different tasks performed as assigned.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be enrolled in a CAHEA (Committee for Accreditation of Allied Health Education and Accreditation) accredited radiology program or equivalent.
• Radiology Student Tech II must have completed 12 months of the CAHEA radiological technologist program.

Certification

• Must complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.

Experience

• Previous clinical rotation experience required.

Reports To

Operations Manager

Physical Demands

• Moderately active work involving sitting and frequent movement throughout the office and facility, and traveling to another facility within the SRHS service area.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body, with negligible force.
• Exposure to body fluids, sputum and tissues that may carry infectious disease.
• Repetitive wrist, hand and finger movements while operating standard office equipment such as a computer keyboard.
• Requirement to perceive normal speaking levels at close vision and adjust focus between monitors and printed materials.
• Ability to remain active for extended periods and to work schedules that may change based on hospital needs.

Mental Demands

• Strong mental faculties, assessment and decision‑making abilities.
• Superior communication, speaking, and written skills.
• Emotional stability to handle high stress and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi‑task in complex situations.
• Capacity to maintain collaborative and respectful relationships throughout SRHS and external organizations.

Special Demands

• Superior customer service skills and professional etiquette.
• Proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer, including MS Outlook and Word.
• Demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply professional skills to a patient population of all ages.

Benefits

Join our team and experience purpose, teamwork, and a place where what you do truly matters.