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Imaging Trainee Assistant, PRN
UT Southwestern Medical CenterUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 6 Aug 2026
About the role
Imaging Trainee Assistant, PRN - (961488)
Description
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
Works under the direct supervision of a registered technologist as directed by a physician to perform a variety of imaging exams for Imaging Services. The Imaging Trainee Assistant is a training/orientation position to develop the knowledge, skills, abilities, tools, and critical reasoning to reduce the learning gap in anticipation of becoming a registered imaging technologist. The Imaging Trainee Assistant performs diagnostic examinations for assigned patients to gain experiences that establish a basis to guide practice and provide safe, quality care with supervision and guidance from experienced staff. The Imaging Trainee Assistant incorporates theoretical knowledge into clinical situations and is able to perform basic skills and assist registered technologists. Practice is under the direct supervision of a registered imaging technologist, referencing policies, procedures, and standards.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
- Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
- Education
Must be actively enrolled and attending a program for radiography for the ARRT registry. Limited licensure programs are not eligible.
- Licenses and Certifications
(BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - Course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) Upon Hire
JOB DUTIES
- All job duties are performed under the direct supervision of a registered technologist and applicants must be currently enrolled and attending an imaging program.
- Imaging Trainee Assistants are required to possess excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly. Imaging Trainee Assistants need to be self-motivated and have the ability to work within the established policies, procedures and practices prescribed by the organization.
- PATIENT CARE
- Review physician orders for accuracy, diagnosis, and applicability to the ordered exam. Interviews patient (two patient identifier), conducts patient screening and obtains medical history pertaining to procedures clinical criteria. Explains procedure and instructs patient on necessary requirements needed to provide diagnostic imag
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