Radiology Tech Student

Job Description:

Perform all diagnostic procedures within Scope of Practice under the supervision of a Registered Radiologic Technologist.

This is intended as a temporary position only, with the expectation that the caregiver will advance to the Radiology Tech Reg position as soon as possible. This position is intended for caregivers in the state of Colorado.

It is expected that employees do not remain in this position longer than six months after completion of clinical hours.

Posting Specifics:

• Shift Details: Variable
• Hours: (PRN)  
• Benefits Eligible: No
• Pay: $19.40/h

Lutheran Medical Center is part of Intermountain Health a nonprofit healthcare organization that focuses on person-centered care.  Our 249-bed community-based hospital has been awarded the highest national recognition possible for nursing excellence – Magnet designation – by the ANCC. We are proud to extend the mission of Intermountain Health by providing comprehensive, specialty care to the poor, the vulnerable, our communities and each other. Dating back to 1905, we are proud of the rich history and inspiring mission our hospital has embodied for over 110 years.

Benefits are one of the ways we encourage health for you and your family. Our generous package includes medical, dental and vision coverage. But health is more than a well-working body: it encompasses body, mind and social well-being. To that end, we’ve launched a Healthy Living program to address your holistic health. Healthy Living includes financial incentives, digital tools, tobacco cessation, classes, counseling and Paid Time Off. We also offer financial wellness tools and retirement planning.

Scope:

Radiology Technologist Student responsibilities:

• Ensure proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
• Is sensitive to the patients needs throughout the procedure.
• Sufficiently explains to the patient and family the procedure about to be performed in order to facilitate cooperation and alleviate patient anxiety.
• Address any patient concerns.
• Perform radiologic exams that produce quality images and ensures patient and staff safety. Accomplishes this by following proper protocols, correct patient positioning, appropriate and effective use of equipment, and adherence to radiation protection and guidelines.
• Recognizes emergent patient situations and responds quickly and appropriately.
• Thoroughly and accurately completes all required documentation, including time stamps and image storage.
• Coordinate patient care and communicate pertinent information to other patient care providers following procedure.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and safe environment for patients and staff. Ensures that supplies and equipment are stored in an organized and efficient manner.
• Pursue individual education and career development opportunities, emphasizing those for new procedures and equipment.

Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in a JRCERT or AMA approved school of radiologic technology.
• Basic Life Support Certification issued through American Heart Association

Now that you know more about being a Radiology Technologist Student on our team, we hope you’ll join us. At Intermountain Health, you’ll reaffirm every day how much you love this work, and why you were called to it in the first place.

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)
• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location:

Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital

Work City:

Wheat Ridge

Work State:

Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$19.42 - $19.42

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

All positions subject to close without notice.