Radiology Technician Student

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Montgomery, Alabama seeks a Radiology Technician Student to assist under a Registered Technologist, producing quality diagnostic images while applying ionizing radiation.

The role emphasizes radiation safety, adherence to departmental procedures, weekend shifts, and PRN availability. Must be enrolled in a Radiologic Technology program with a High School diploma and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be enrolled in Radiologic Technology program.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiology procedures to produce quality diagnostic images.
• Practice radiation safety and follow departmental safety procedures.
• Assist radiology staff and communicate with patients, guests, and hospital personnel.
• Support radiology team with additional tasks within scope of role.

Skills

Decision-making

Oral and written communication

Professional demeanor

Self-motivation

Interpersonal skills

Communication with patients and staff

Compassion and patient care

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrolled in Radiologic Technology program

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.