What are the responsibilities and job description for the Imaging Services Student Tech position at UPMC?
UPMC Western Maryland is seeking a casual, Imaging Services Student Tech!
Purpose:
May perform imaging procedures at a technical level under the supervision of a registered technologist, incorporating learning and education with the performance of tasks to assist the technologist in their responsibilities.
Responsibilities:
- Depending on modality, may utilize complex imaging equipment for the acquisition, analysis, reconstruction, and documentation of image data and complete procedures according to protocol under the supervision of a Radiologist or Technologist.
- May perform daily equipment inspections, and warm-up procedures and follow the Quality Control Program under the supervision of a Technologist.
- Assist Radiologists and Technologists in setting up contrast; however, will never be responsible for loading or priming the injector.
- Obtain quality images while following radiation safety standards and protocols.
- Assist with positioning and performing exams, but should never hold the detector or patients for Radiation procedures.
- Arrive patients, track exams, scan scripts, and schedule exams in the Radiology Information Systems.
- Assist Radiologists and Technologists in performing modality-specific exams.
- Maintain clinical proficiency for all completed competencies and equipment skills.
- Must be an active 2nd year student in ARRT, ARDMS, CNMT, or NMCTB-approved school.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
