Student Rad Tech Extern

WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

THOM Thomas Hospitals in Charleston, WV is seeking a Radiography student extern to join our Diagnostic Radiology team. You will rotate through Fluoro, Mobiles, Routine, OR, Endoscopy, and Orthopedics to develop technical skills while assisting Radiologic Technologists.

Responsibilities include preparing contrast agents, transporting patients, educating patients about procedures, coordinating daily workflow, and reporting equipment issues.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited radiography program and actively pursuing clinical experience.
• Willingness to learn across various imaging modalities and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Rotate in all diagnostic areas (fluoro, mobiles, routine, OR, endoscopy, orthopedics) to develop skills.
• Assist radiologic technologists with contrast agents, pharmaceuticals, and sterile trays per guidelines.
• Navigate patient transport and transfers, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Educate patients about radiographic procedures and answer questions.
• Support team coordination and report equipment issues promptly.

Skills

Patient interaction

Adaptability

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

Education

Enrolled in Accredited Radiography School

Job description

Company

THOM Thomas Hospitals

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• Enrolled in an Accredited Radiography School.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Rotates in all Diagnostic areas for development of technical skills. (Fluoro, Mobiles, Routine, Operating Room, Endoscopy, Orthopedics).
• Assists Radiologic Technologists in preparing contrast agents, specific pharmaceuticals, and sterile trays; which are utilized for the imaging procedure according to procedural guidelines and protocols.
• Navigates transport details and patient transfers.
• Educates patients regarding radiographic procedures by explaining the procedure and answering questions accordingly.
• Promotes the team approach to providing Radiology services by positively interacting with the technical, support, nursing, and medical staff.
• Reports equipment failures immediately upon identification.
• Participates in coordination of daily work flow.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs. Carrying items up to 20 pounds.
• Wear a lead apron weighing up to 15 pounds for extended periods of time.
• Stand and walk for extended periods of time.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Exposure to minimal radiation with in the national standards of occupational guidelines. Monitored by radiation safety and use of dosimeter.
• Exposure to airborne particles and body fluids.
• Operation of imaging equipment with automated moving parts.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to interact positively with patients, families, and members of the health care team.
• Ability to prioritize and deal with a variety of situations simultaneously.
• Demonstrate competency in the use of safe patient handling equipment.
• Ability to improvise with altered positioning techniques, manipulation of the equipment, and accessory devices when routine positioning is compromised due to patient’s condition, age, or ability.

Additional Job Description

Scheduled Weekly Hours

4

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Shift

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company

THOM Thomas Hospitals

Cost Center

6216 THOM SF Radiology Diagnostic

Address

333 Laidley Street

Charleston

West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, and local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.