Radiology Student Technologist (GXMO)- Radiology Department-St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0.01

Work Shift:

All Work Shifts (United States of America)

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

This role performs digital X-ray studies on patients per the orders placed by providers. This is a multi-skilled clinical professional who works within the scope of practice to assist in patient care under the direction of the provider.                                                                      

Essential Job Functions

• Performs provider ordered radiographic examinations for specific anatomical parts allowed by obtained licensure

• Conducts proper patient positioning, immobilization, utilizing appropriate radiation protection

• Determines and selects proper electronic and technical factors which safeguard the patient, x-ray tube, and equipment, and reports immediately any malfunction, necessary adjustments, or repairs of equipment to supervisor

• Assists in medical documentation and clinical assistant duties as directed and supervised by the Provider

• Participates in promotion of positive culture and teamwork and demonstrates excellence in care in all interactions, for both patients and internal teams

• Maintains a safe and supportive environment by keeping the work area, exam rooms, and equipment in clean, orderly, and safe manner

• Understands and adheres to the legal responsibilities and requirements within the role

• Travels to other facilities if necessary or adjusting work hours to meet patient care needs as directed by the manager 

• Performs cross-functional duties as needed, including front desk duties such as registration, scheduling, answering phones and other duties not limited to scribing, ordering of supplies

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Limited Scope Radiology Licensure or General Machine X-Ray Operator Licensure per state requirement (required)

BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, required prior to independent patient care)

Education

High School Diploma or GED (required)

Must be a student in final year or graduate in a formal radiologic technology training program (preferred)

Work Experience

1 year of healthcare or clerical physician practice experience (preferred)

Training

EPIC Electronic Health Record (preferred)

Language

None

Patient Population

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.​     

Infant (1-12 months)

Pediatrics (1-12 years)

Adolescents (13-17 years)

Adults (18-64 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

General office environment.

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.* 

May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

May have periods of constant interruptions.                                                  

* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Hazards

Depth perception

Use of Latex products

Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Exposure to dust/fumes

Exposure to x ray/elect