Radiologic Tech Intern - CT
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POSITION SUMMARY STATEMENT:
To assist in limited computed tomography procedures, and to perform related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Students must be enrolled in a JR CERT Radiologic program.
Experience: N/A
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of human anatomy and physics related to Radiologic Technology
- Knowledge of basic techniques of Radiologic Technology
- Knowledge of routines and procedures required to produce quality radiographs for basic procedures
- Knowledge of safety techniques, including radiation safety, required during radiologic/medical imaging procedures
- Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of patients of all ages, cultures and physical conditions
- Ability to work in stressful situations
Licensure/Registration/ Certification: N/A
MAJOR JOB DUTIES AND TASKS:
Percentage
Of Time:
1.Assists in limited computed tomography procedures at a consistently high quality level.65% - Assists CT Radiologic Technologists, in performing examinations by assisting in positioning of patient and by providing appropriate equipment or accessory’s needed
- Assists CT Radiologic Technologist in obtaining and reviewing appropriate paperwork, including pertinent information, clinical indications and special instructions, prior to each procedure.
- Assists in safe transfer of patient on/off CT imaging examination tables
- Provides patient care by providing comfort measures, monitoring patient condition and reporting any change to appropriate personnel.
- Addresses patients professionally and courteously, verifies patient identification, explains examination and responds appropriately to all questions.
- Evaluates images for proper identification, legal and anatomical labeling, proper positioning, and technical exposure to assure diagnostic quality and review all radiographic images with a registered radiologic technologist prior to ending examination.
- Prioritizes and assists with exams on a timely basis, especially in emergency and stressful situations
2.Interns will not be allowed to perform the following radiographic examinations unassisted by a registered CT radiologic technologist
- Any procedure utilizing contrast median
- Any procedure utilizing fluoroscopy
- Any CT procedure or examination
15%
3.Establishes and maintains effective, collaborative working relationships with other health care team members and across the organization
- Consistently listens effectively and is able to express ideas, information and concepts clearly (verbal, written and non-verbal) using appropriate vocabulary and grammar
- Communicates to co-workers on work in progress and adjusts workload as fluctuations occur
- Actively develops a spirit of teamwork
- Consistently establishes rapport with all levels of management and employees
- Consistently works well with people of different cultural and ethnic backgrounds, ages and physical conditions
- Effectively communicates to lead technologists or manager of any problems, concerns or questions
- Deals with conflict or confrontation in a professional manner
- Offers assistance when appropriate to co-workers in subsection and in other areas of department or hospital
- When requested, is willing to adjust personal schedule to accommodate work needs
- Cannot be scheduled as an employee at the hospital while simultaneously being scheduled for clinical (student) assignments.
10% 4.Maintains a safe and clean environment5% - Ensures each room and its equipment is clean and stored appropriately after each patient use
- Maintains radiographic rooms and support areas (processing areas and
darkrooms); ensures adequate supplies and equipment in a clean and
ready condition
- Maintains proper levels of supplies and notifies Team Leader or
designee of need to reorder
- Consistently follows infection control, radiation safety and general
safety policies
- Consistently demonstrates appropriate radiation safety practices
during procedures, including patient shielding
- Utilizes and handles equipment in a proper and safe manner
- Completes annual required training programs, including: Right to Know,
Blood Borne Pathogens, Infection Control and Radiation Safety
5.Maintains a current level of knowledge in Radiologic Technology and in clinical practice 5%
- Completes annual required Training Programs including Right to know, Blood Borne pathogens, infection control and Radiation Safety
- Completes Regions Hospital required training on a timely basis
- Regularly Updates self with new information, policies and procedures
Additional Expectations:
- Complies with safety instructions, observe safe work practices, provides input on safety issues and promotes a safe work environment.
- Maintains regular and timely attendance
- Protects confidentiality
- Demonstrates participation in and support of the organization's Corporate Integrity Program by participating in compliance-related education and training and complying with the organization's policies and procedures.
- Participates in all mandatory educational requirements