Radiology Technician Student

Baptist Health; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Montgomery, AL, is seeking a Radiology Technician Student. Under supervision of a Registered Technologist, you will perform ionizing-radiation procedures to produce diagnostic images and ensure anatomically correct views for the Radiologist.

You will practice radiation safety, follow department procedures, and may take on additional duties within scope. Must be enrolled in a School of Radiologic Technology and hold a high school diploma or equivalent; BLS certification is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be enrolled in a School of Radiologic Technology.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform ionizing radiation procedures to obtain diagnostic images.
• Produce quality, diagnostically useful images with correct anatomy views.
• Adhere to radiation safety and departmental safety procedures.
• Additional duties within the scope of the role may be assigned.

Skills

Decision-making

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Professional composure

Self-motivation

Compassion and patient care

Confidentiality

Education

High school or equivalent

Radiologic Technology student

BLS certification

Tools

Medical imaging equipment

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties.

To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Highlights: Summary:

The Radiology Technician Student, under the supervision of a Registered Technologist, shall be responsible to perform duties involved with a variety of technical procedures applying ionizing radiation for detecting pathology. This individual will be tasked with producing quality, diagnostic images and provide anatomically correct views for the Radiologist. Additionally, the Student will be responsible to practice radiation safety and utilize departmental safety procedures. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education / Experience:

High school graduate or equivalent required. Must be a student currently enrolled in a School of Radiologic Technology.

License / Certification:

BLS required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must possess decision-making skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a professional and customer centric composure in difficult or challenging situations.
• Ability to work from broad directions and be self motivated.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• The ability to communicate effectively with patients, guest, and hospital personnel.
• The ability to show compassion and sensitivity for patient comfort.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality.

Work Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Position requires sitting 10% of the workday, walking 50%, and standing 40% of the workday. Must be able to assist and maneuver patients to and from wheelchairs, stretchers and beds. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to ## pounds, pushing/pulling up to ## pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Much exposure to computer work. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Continuous exposure to mechanical, electrical, and radiation-producing equipment.

Primary Location:

Baptist Medical Center South

Job:

Radiology Technician Student

Job Type:

PRN-PRN

Shift:

Weekend - First Shift (United States of America)

Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers in the state of Alabama.