Conemaugh Nason Medical Center is seeking a PRN - Student Extern for the Radiology department. The externship is a clinical/work experience designed for radiology students who have completed their first year in a radiology program. The extern is responsible to the Director of Radiology and is responsible for delivery of basic radiology under the direction and general supervision of a Licensed Radiologist. The student will not perform any procedure that requires licensing by the state of PA. The student will gain hands on experience in a multitude of technical skills, while further developing psychosocial intervention in the hospital setting.
Conemaugh Nason Medical Center is a 45-bed hospital that serves rural and suburban populations in Roaring Spring, Altoona, and parts of Blair, Bedford, and Huntingdon counties. Caring for the community since 1900, Conemaugh Nason Medical Center prides itself on providing safe, high quality, compassionate care. With a state-of-the art cardiac catheterization lab, Conemaugh Nason offers a range of inpatient and outpatient cardiac services close to home when every minute matters. The hospital provides 24/7 emergency care as an accredited chest pain center, and offers comprehensive outpatient, imaging, diagnostic, and specialty services. As a LifePoint Health National Quality Leader, Conemaugh Nason is leading the way among peers by delivering the highest quality of care for patients.
Conemaugh Nason is also a member of the Conemaugh Health System, a Duke LifePoint Healthcare system. Conemaugh Health System serves more than a half-million patients each year through the Nason Physician Group, Conemaugh Physician Group and Medical Staff, a network of four hospitals, specialty clinics and patient-focused programs.
Essential Functions:
Identifies patient by name and birthdate. Reviews order for clinical and demographic consistency and verifies accuracy.
Interviews patient for clinical history, reviews previous procedures and documents relevant history for the Radiologist.
Explains procedure to patient. Explains and obtains consent for contrast if needed.
Prepares patient for procedure ensures prep performed if needed and checks for any artifact-producing objects. Correctly positions patient for examination to be performed.
Demonstrates knowledge of the importance of identifying the patient with his/her armband before any treatments, procedures or dietary services are given.
Demonstrates an ability to perform procedures in accordance with established protocols and in a timely manner.
Promptly performs all errands as assigned, delivers specimens and requisitions to appropriate department as required.
Assists with correctly operating radiology equipment and reports malfunctioning equipment immediately.
Assists with standing, lifting, and ambulation of patients.
Recognizes and responds to emergency situations.
Follows ALARA principles: wears film badge, uses patient shielding, repeat rate, etc.
Consistently communicates appropriately with patients, speaks respectfully, and responds to patients' needs or requests for assistance promptly.
Handles requests for information with courtesy, accuracy, and respect for patient confidentiality; receives information and distributes messages as necessary.
Regularly reports complaints of patients, visitors, and physicians to a higher authority.
Assists Radiology Team with completion of care.
Organizational Expectations:
Demonstrates support of the mission, vision, values, goals, and general policies of Conemaugh Nason Medical Center.
Complies with corporate compliance guidelines and requirements of federal, state, and local regulatory and accrediting agencies.
Adheres to the standards of professional ethics and handles confidential information in strict conformance with departmental and Medical Center policies.
Provides quality care and services consistent with Medical Center standards and participates in the Medical Center’s Continuous Quality Improvement Program.
Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to unexpected changes in the workload, emergencies, staffing and scheduling.
Uses tact, sensitivity, sound judgment and a professional attitude when relating with co-workers, patients, families, and visitors.
Performs duties in a self-directed and cooperative manner with minimal need for supervision. Uses time constructively for maximum productivity.
Treats all co-workers, patients, families, and visitors with consideration to their rights, cultural diversity, privacy, comfort, and emotional needs. Serves as a patient advocate and fosters a work culture of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Attends all mandatory trainings and completes all required Life Talent education assignments within a timely manner. Keeps updated regarding Medical Center changes through meeting attendance and review of posted information; attends briefs, debriefs, and huddles.
Abides by and references the Employee Handbook and other pertinent facility policies, including clinical, non-clinical, safety, and infection control.
Job Requirements:
Education:
Must have completed one year of radiology training in a school of radiology with accumulative GPA of 2.75 or greater on a 4.0 scale.
Required Skills:
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Certifications:
BLS preferred.
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
