Student Imaging Extern - Surgical Services

Trinity Health; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay benefits

Full benefits package

Tuition Reimbursement

Colleague Referral Program

Job summary

Trinity Health in Ann Arbor, MI seeks an Imaging Services Extern to assist with screening, positioning, and imaging under the supervision of a Registered Imaging Technologist and Radiologist. This externship is limited to 18 months and is designed for students enrolled in an accredited Imaging Services program.

The role requires safety screening, patient identification, and adherence to department protocols, with participation in student education and daily job functions.

Qualifications

• Must be in the first or second year of an accredited Imaging Services program with at least 40% completion.
• Radiology Technologist: completion of first year of a two-year program.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Screen patients for safety issues prior to exam.
• Identify patient and verify orders using two identifiers.
• Perform exams with proper technique and views per protocol.
• Complete patient-related documentation per policy.
• Review schedules to anticipate potential problems.
• Maintain department supplies and notify when restocking is needed.
• Participate in training related to radiology applications.
• Assist in student education as set by the program.

Skills

Safety screening

Patient identification

Clinical documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Imaging Services program (1st-2nd year)

Radiology Technologist program (1st year)

BLS Certification (AHA)

Tools

Radiology applications

Medical records systems

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift

Position Purpose: The Imaging Services, Extern (ISE) is responsible for screening, positioning and imaging of patient. The ISE will be scheduled to work only when another Registered Imaging Services Technologist is on-duty and will work closely with the Imaging Services Team Leader and Radiologist to produce the quality images in accordance with the department protocols.

Incumbents may hold the ISE position for no more than 18 months.

What the Imaging Services Extern will do:

• Prior to exam, screens patient for safety related issues such as verifying correct patient, appropriate clinical history for exam requested, correct order, etc.
• Uses two patient identifiers for all exams.
• Perform exam utilizing proper technique, views, etc., for patient's condition and requested exam.
• Complete patient related documentation in accordance with department and hospital policy.
• Study is reviewed and completed in medical record according to modality and workflow specifications.
• Review patient schedule to identify potential problems, incorrect orders, etc.
• Maintain department supplies by notifying appropriate department personnel supplies that need to be ordered.
• Attend training related to daily job functions such as medical record and radiology applications.
• Identify and assist in resolution of problems related to safety, sanitation and maintenance of the environment.
• Provide quality patient care by considering the age specific, development and cultural needs through competent clinical practice.
• Demonstrate unit/area competencies.
• Responsible for participation in student education and meeting the requirements as set forth by the program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What the Imaging services Extern will need:

• Completion of the first or second year of an accredited Imaging Services program and currently enrolled in the sequential year and/or program with minimum completion of 40% of Imaging Services program.
• Radiology Technologist: Successful completion of first year of two-year accredited program.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

Total Rewards and Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions.
• Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes.
• Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country.
• Tuition Reimbursement.

Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we're 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services.

Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.