Radiologic Technologist - Student Assistant - UH Radiology - University Hospital

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We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community.

Responsibilities

Assists the Radiologic Technologists in performing a variety of diagnostic imaging procedures by using standard department protocols, isolation precautions and/or sterile technique

Abides by and enforces all compliance requirements and policies and performs these responsibilities in an ethical manner consistent with the organization's values

Adheres to hospital and departmental policies including confidentiality

Exhibits an acceptable work ethic as evidenced by regular and prompt attendance, as well as following all timekeeping/ clocking policies

Utilizes proper body mechanics when moving, positioning and transferring patients without assistance or with assistance when needed for patient safety, moving equipment/supplies necessary to perform essential function

Demonstrates CPR according to American Heart Association standards

Works Assigned Schedule

Knowledge of all imaging equipment, including but not limited to radiology digital fluoro and diagnostic equipment, including c-arms

Demonstrates proper positioning for all exams, appropriately labels patient position to reflect correct orientation of images with use of markers

• Adjusts technical factors in proportion to patient and body part being examined while minimizing radiation
• Provides radiation protection to patient, family, staff and self, according to prescribed radiation safety standards
• Recognizes emergency situations and initiates code procedures as needed
• Performs patient assessment and screening, such as allergies, potential drug interactions, and lab requirements, within the scope of practice
• Maintains aseptic or sterile technique, as appropriate, when performing invasive procedures
• Directly assists the Radiologic Technologist during procedures
• Assists with c-arm procedures in OR as well as ancillary areas such as GI lab or ICU
• Assists all routine radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures including portable examinations as assigned
• Reviews CPOE and written orders checking for special instructions from physicians

Accurately critiques images with Radiologic Technologist to determine diagnostic quality and adjusts factors if imaging is to be repeated

Adheres to established protocols, QA guidelines, and regulatory requirements; pleasantly greets patient, confirming identity using two identifiers and introducing oneself

Communicates and uses appropriate customer relation skills with patients, families, and all members of the healthcare team

Completely explains examination procedure to the patient and family, if present

Performs visual preventive safety inspections of all equipment used and communicates problems to supervisor/assistant director/director

Helps maintains necessary inventory of supplies, rotating stock in an orderly fashion, and eliminating outdated items

• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of the department
• Completes all aspects of a patients exam
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies and procedures
• Maintains professional and technical
• Accepts and completes all duties positively and without conflict
• Cooperates, helps others, and improves the performance of the unit.
• Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements
• Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards
• Regular and prompt attendance
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required
• Related duties as assigned

Additional Information

Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent and current enrollment in an approved Radiologic Technology program. Required

Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.