Radiology Technologist Intern / Casual | AGH

Allegheny Health Network; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Radiology Technologist-in-training to perform prescribed radiographic imaging procedures under supervision. The role involves accurate patient positioning, selecting appropriate parameters, and collaboration with physicians to ensure quality imaging.

Responsibilities include document handling, radiation safety, patient comfort, and efficient department operations, with potential assistance in contrast media preparation in line with state and federal

Qualifications

• Presently enrolled, and in good standing, in a radiology technologist program

Responsibilities

• Positions patients and selects anatomic/technical parameters to perform imaging and assist physicians.
• Completes all required documentation for procedures (regulatory, billing, image distribution).
• Implements radiation protection and safety standards.
• Assists in attending patient comforts/needs, expedites patient flow, and documents clinical information.
• Maintains adequate supplies for efficient department operations.
• May assist in preparation of contrast media/medications within scope of practice and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Radiology technologist program enrollment

Job description

GENERAL OVERVIEW

This role performs prescribed radiographic imaging procedures at a technical level under the supervision of a technologist. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures, up to the level of documented competency, that require independent judgement and initiative.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately to perform imaging. Prepares for and assists the physician in imaging procedures. (40%)
• Completes all required documentation for procedures, e.g. regulatory, billing protocol and image distribution. (20%)
• Implements radiation protection and safety standards. (15%)
• Assists the Radiology Technologist by attending to the patient's comforts/needs, expediting patient flow and documenting the patient's clinical information. (10%)
• Maintain adequate supplies for efficient section/department operations. (10%)
• May assist in preparation of contrast media and/or medications within accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Presently enrolled, and in good standing, in a radiology technologist program

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• None

EEO STATEMENT

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies. All employees must comply with HIPAA, data security guidelines, and all applicable privacy policies. Employees are required to comply with all applicable laws and company policies regarding privacy and confidentiality.

CONTACT FOR ACCOMMODATIONS

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