What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiology Student Tech II position at Singing River Health System?
Radiology Student Tech II
Singing River Health System Hospital - Pascagoula/Part-Time/Every other Friday and Saturday from 7pm to 7am/
2809 Denny Ave.
Pascagoula, Mississippi, 39581
United States
Position
Overview:
The
Radiology Student Tech performs those duties directly involved with a variety
of technical procedures applying ionizing radiation for the purpose of
demonstrating structures for interpretation and/or therapeutic intervention
by, or at the request of, a licensed practitioner. He/She prepares equipment
used to expose the x‐ray film; develops and organizes films; prepares patient
rooms, supplies, and medications (contrast agents).
Radiology Student Tech II: Performs x-rays unsupervised (which includes fluoroscopy and surgery) as long as they have completed the required clinical competencies for their designated radiology program.
DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.
Education:
High School Diploma or GED Required. Must be enrolled in a CAHEA
(Committee of Allied Health Education and Accreditation)/accredited radiology
program or equivalent.
Radiology Student Tech II must have completed 12 months of the
CAHEA radiological technologist program.
License:
N/A
Certifications:
Must complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation training.
Experience:
Previous clinical rotation experience required.
Reports to:
Operations Manager/PCC
Supervises:
None
Physical Demands:
Stands, turns, bends, stoops, lifts, climbs,
and uses many physical motions in performing day‐to‐day activities. Work involves exerting a
negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human
body. Safe lifting practice is
expected in all areas of job performance and employees are responsible to
request help whenever needed, regardless of the weight, using available
assistance, i.e. lifting devices or additional staff.
Work involves using many physical motions in
performing daily work activities; subject to exposure of body fluids, sputum and tissues, which may
carry the hazard of infectious disease. Work involves using repetitive motions: substantial movements of
the wrists, hands, and or fingers while operating standard office equipment such as computer keyboard.
Work involves being able to perceive the
nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or without correction; the ability to make fine
discriminations in sound. Work requires close visual and acuity and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an
object into sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor to forms/printed material that are
closer to compare data at close vision. Must be able to be active for extended periods
of time without experiencing undue fatigue. Must be able to work schedules assigned with the
understanding that changes may be instituted according to the needs of
the hospital for off days, shifts or weekends.
Mental Demands:
Must demonstrate keen mental
faculties/assessment and decision making abilities. Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation
skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone. Must demonstrate strong written and
verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high
stress levels. Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Attention to
detail and the ability to multi‐task in complex situations is required.
Special Demands:
Must possess superior customer service skills
and professional etiquette. Must possess proficient
knowledge and ability to use a computer (must
be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone,
fax, etc.).
