Job detail

Student technologist asst/Mvhn/Prn/Sun, 8a-4:30p

Premier Health

#CPR Certification #PRN #Patient Care #Radiation Safety #Image Processing #Clinical History #Emergency Equipment #Allied Health #Medical Imaging

Quick overview

This role involves assisting Medical Imaging staff with various procedures to ensure departmental operational efficiency, including image processing, image management, and direct patient care. The assistant will obtain clinical history, implement safety measures, and support technologists and nurses during procedures and emergencies.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a High School completion or GED, preferably with an Allied Health degree area of study in Medical Imaging, and must be attending an AMA-accredited Medical Imaging program. No prior job-related experience is required, but CPR certification is mandatory.

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Job description

Title: Student Technologist Assistant

Unit: Medical Imaging Hours: PRN, Sunday, 8a-4:30p Facility: MVHN

Position Summary

Assists Medical Imaging staff with various procedures necessary to the operational efficiency of the department. Assists with image processing, image management, and patient care. Carries out duties as directed by various Medical Imaging staff in the assigned area. Is knowledgeable in the daily activities of Medical Imaging and provides patients with the utmost quality of care. May perform procedures in other imaging modalities based on departmental needs. Essential Duties & Functions: 1. Obtains clinical history and data for correlation with the Medical Imaging procedure. 2. Implements screening and safety measures in accordance with prescribed safety standards. 3. Assists technologists and nurses in procedures and in performing medical treatment during emergency situations. 4. Coordinates patient care with other areas in order to optimize patient time and satisfaction 5. Maintains knowledge of the locations and operation of all emergency equipment in the unit. 6. Follows radiation safety policies and procedures.

Education Minimum Level of Education Required

High
School completion /
GED
Additional requirements:
Type of degree: Allied Health
Area of study or major: Medical Imaging
Preferred educational qualifications: Attending an AMA-accredited program of Medical Imaging

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• CPR certification required

Experience

Minimum
Level of
Experience
Required:
No prior job-related work experience
Preferred experience: Some Medical Imaging experience in an environment consistent with the types of patients and procedures performed within the Medical Imaging Department.
Knowledge/Skills: § Highly motivated, goal-oriented, with strong communication & interpersonal skills. § Ability to evaluate & prioritize department, technologist and/or nurse, & patient needs.