X-Ray Student Tech

TITLE: Student X-Ray Tech STATUS: Non-Exempt LOCATION: All Locations REPORTS TO: Chief Tech/Technical Director SUMMARY: The X-ray Student Technologist perform duties under the direction of the Radiologist, Technical Director, and Lead/QC/Chief Technologist. May perform other job related duties as necessary for the efficient operation of SDMI. MINIMUM SKILLS, ABILITY AND REQUIREMENTS: • Must be enrolled in an accredited school in Radiologic science and in good standing with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist once graduated. • Any employee who discovers, is directly involved in or is responding to an event/occurrence/risk is required to complete or direct the completion of an occurrence report within 24 hours of event/occurrence/risk. • My job performance, including current competencies will be reviewed by my supervisor on a periodic basis. If my job performance/ current competencies are not (or continue to not be) at required level this could result in additional training and/or disciplinary action. • Aware of proper ACR protocols and requirements, image collection and scanner phantom testing. • Acquire and maintain all ARRT & BLS certification. Ensure HR has most current certifications. • Annually sign then the Image Wisely and Image Gently certificates to HR for your employee file. • Maintain Nevada State Student licensure. • Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient. • Thorough knowledge of basic principles of radiation protection and equipment. • Basic knowledge of plane and solid geometry. • Thorough knowledge and skill in radiographic positioning. • Thorough knowledge and skill in formulating radiographic exposure factors. • Basic knowledge and skill in aseptic technique. • Thorough knowledge and skill in administration, side effects and complications of contrast media. • Oral communication skills to give clear, concise instructions and information to the patient and visitor and communicate with people of various backgrounds and education levels. • Skill in organizing time and workload to accommodate changes in workload and assignments in order to complete tasks in a timely manner. • Patience, tact and courtesy to handle patients, visitors and doctors. • Skill to pay attention to details and accuracy in completing tasks. • Basic knowledge and skill in the care of IVs catheters, N.G. tubes, chest tubes and various “Ostomies.” • Thorough knowledge and skill in dealing with the various isolation conditions. • Communicate openly, directly, tactfully and effectively. Appreciate and respect others’ needs, opinions and concerns. • Conduct self courteously and professionally in all interaction with physicians, patients, patients’ families, visitors, members of the public and co-workers. Demonstrate sincere concern for the…