Student X-ray Technologist

UVA Health — Northern Virginia and Culpeper; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is looking for a dedicated Student Radiologic Technologist II to join their team. In this role, you will assist physicians with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort. You will operate x-ray equipment to obtain diagnostic images while providing an atmosphere of trust and cooperation. This position offers the chance to work with advanced medical technologies and contribute to improving patient experiences. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; completion of Radiography Program preferred.
• Strong communication and patient care skills essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with diagnostic procedures and ensure patient safety.
• Maintain equipment and follow safety protocols in the radiology department.

Skills

Patient Care

Technical Competency

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2 Year/Associates Degree

Completion of Radiography Program

Job description

We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day.

JOB TYPE

Classification: Nonexempt

JOB SUMMARY

The Student Radiologic Technologist II assists physicians in the performance of diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures by preparing the patient and operating the x-ray equipment in order to obtain diagnostic images.

Patient Care: Ensures patient safety and comfort while in the radiology department.

• Explains the procedure and post-procedure orders to the patient to gain cooperation and minimize anxiety.
• Prioritizes workflow in regard to patient condition and ensures patients’ arrival and departure occur in a timely manner.
• Provides an atmosphere conducive to gain the patient's cooperation and confidence.
• Utilizes data received from patient satisfaction and practice performance results to identify opportunities to improve and participates in the planning and improvement process.

Compliance: Follows and supports OSHA regulations and uses universal precautions when required.

• Provides clean linen including sheets, gowns, pillowcases, and towels.
• Immediately cleans spills following universal precautions.
• Properly stores accessory equipment when not in use.

Teamwork: Works within a team to achieve patient and team goals.

• Shares and initiates regular and professional communication with co-workers.
• Facilitates and participates in regular staff meetings.

Technical Competency: Follows routine standards and properly and safely manipulates equipment, within its limitations, to obtain images.

• Maintains sterile equipment and fields.
• Adjusts cameras to obtain the proper density and contrast.
• Performs any necessary warm-up and quality control procedures on the equipment.
• Uses protocols to obtain images of internal structures.
• Critiques images for quality and makes necessary judgments to determine if repeat is necessary.

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. 2 Year/Associates Degree - Preferred. Other – Required Successful completion of two semesters in an accredited Radiography Program and currently enrolled in the Radiography Program in 2nd Year.

Experience: N/A

Licensure: N/A

Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code: 13A, Imaging

Work Function/Activity: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand. The job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. May be exposed to radiation. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper.

OTHER

• May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes
• On call responsibilities as directed: Yes
• Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes

Job Info

• Job Identification: 2075
• Locations: 8650 Sudley Road, Manassas, VA, 20110, US
• Business Unit: UVA Health Prince William Medical Center