Radiology Technologist Associate - Student Tech

Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus eligible

Job summary

Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital is seeking a part-time PRN Radiology support role to perform basic diagnostic x-rays under supervision and assist in patient flow within the Radiology department. The position emphasizes safety, patient care, and flexibility to cover second shift and weekend needs.

Ideal candidates are senior radiography students or those with related medical imaging coursework, ready to assist in multiple modalities and uphold regulatory and safety standards in a busy clinical

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with preliminary coursework toward a certificate or degree in a medical imaging field.
• BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic diagnostic x-rays supervised by a radiology technologist.
• Identify and assist patients with questions about procedures.
• Prepare patients for exam and ensure patient safety in the absence of the radiology technologist.
• Retrieve patient orders and requisitions in the RIS/EMR workflow.
• Assist physicians and technologists in diagnostic exams across modalities.

Skills

Patient care

Radiography

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

RIS

EMR

Job description

Department: 36398 Atrium Health Kings Mountain - Radiology: Xray

Status: Part time

Benefits Eligible: No

Hours Per Week: 0

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

• PRN as needed to cover second shift and weekends.
• Senior Radiography program student preferred.
• This position is sign on bonus eligible. Based on eligibility.

Pay Range:

$21.00 - $21.00

Performs a variety of patient care duties and other professional activities as needed to facilitate patient care and treatment. Performs under the supervision of a radiology technologist. Assists in monitoring the flow of patient activities in the department.

Essential Functions

• Performs basic diagnostic x-rays supervised by a radiology technologist.
• Identifies and assists patients with questions about procedures.
• Prepares patients for exam and ensures patient safety in the absence of the radiology technologist.
• Obtains medications, radiopharmaeceuticals, or contrast media materials as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner, authorized/certified technologist or registered nurse.
• Assists physicians and technologists in the performance of diagnostic exams based on assigned modality and career pursuits (Rad/Fluro, CT, IR, Mammography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, PET, Ultrasound) to include procedures requiring the administration of contrast media.
• Retrieves patient orders and requisitions while supporting administrative or miscellaneous work tasks in the RIS, EMR, or other standard applications required in the workflow for diagnostic exams.
• Assists patients to restrooms, with bedpans, urinals and other ancillary clinical support needs as required.
• Assists with administrative duties, quality assurance, safety, regulatory, and compliance requirements.

Physical Requirements

Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies. Occasional standing, walking, and sitting during normal operation. Frequently may be required to stretch, bend twist, squat or kneel in the daily operation of the assigned clinical area. May be exposed to various physical conditions throughout the day such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs, being near moving equipment. Required to use radiation safety guidelines to prevent exposure to ionizing radiation, MRI safety, and infection control as dictated by the procedural area.

Education, Experience and Certifications

High School Diploma or GED with preliminary coursework toward a certificate or degree in a medical imaging field. Clinical experience based on the educational program affiliated with the pursuit of career in medical imaging; Medical clerical skills preferred. BLS required.

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Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, andShort- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave