Medical University of South Carolina
X-Ray Technologist Student
Medical University of South Carolina, New York, New York, us, 10261
Job Summary/Purpose
Provides health care services, applying x-ray energy for diagnostic purposes. Performs limited radiographic procedures as authorized by state law producing images for interpretation by, or at the request of a licensed practitioner. Approaches patients and maintains a demeanor complementary to medical ethics. Provides patient care essential to the performance of these procedures. Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type
Employee Worker Sub-Type
PRN Cost Center
CC000822 COL - Diagnostic Radiology (NMC) Pay Rate Type
Hourly Pay Grade
Health-01 Scheduled Weekly Hours
12 Work Shift
Job Description
Job Description
content retained in responsibilities below. Responsibilities
Perform limited radiographic procedures as authorized by state law producing images for interpretation by, or at the request of a licensed practitioner. Student technologist may not perform exams in the emergency department, operating room, or with portable or fluoroscopic radiographic equipment. Assist technologist with patient flow and radiation safety procedures. Assist with preparation of patients for imaging studies to include aseptic technique, positioning, and EKG lead placement. Obtain protocols from radiologist and present to supervising technologist. Assures patient clinical history is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner. Escort patients back to waiting areas or patient rooms. Monitor patient areas with Geiger counter and complete paperwork. Assist with quality assurance on all equipment, including identification of defective equipment and appropriate reporting. Assist with answering departmental phones. Determines and applies radiographic technique exposure factors. Position patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort. Immobilizes patients as necessary. Operates radiographic equipment. Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide safe patient handling that is appropriate to the age of the patients served: pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Success Criteria
Assist with preparation of patients for imaging studies to include aseptic technique, positioning, and EKG lead placement. Obtain protocols from radiologist and present to supervising technologist. Assures patient clinical history is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner. Escort patients back to waiting areas or patient rooms. Monitor patient areas with Geiger counter and complete paperwork. Assist with quality assurance on all equipment, including identification of defective equipment and appropriate reporting. Demonstrate the ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of patient needs. Demonstrate knowledge growth and development, and the ability to appropriately utilize that knowledge in providing care for individual patients. Recognizes and responds to acute and emergency situations, providing ongoing assistance to patients under the direction of supervising technologist or RN. May be asked to apply restraints. Communicate observations related to patient activity and other relevant information (i.e., changes in patient behavior or symptoms) to supervising technologist/RN in an accurate and timely fashion. Demonstrate respect for patient rights and maintains privacy and confidentiality. Minimum Training and Education
Enrolled in an accredited college as a Second-Year Radiology student and eligible for SCRQSA license. Temporary certification as a Limited Practice Radiographer-General is required to be submitted prior to completion of general orientation. BLS certification is required. Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations
Current Basic Life Support (BLS). Physical Requirements
Ability to perform job functions while standing (Continuous); sitting (Continuous); walking (Continuous); climb stairs (Infrequent); indoors/outdoors with temperature extremes (Continuous/Infrequent); work from elevated areas (Frequent); work in confined/cramped spaces (Frequent); kneeling (Infrequent); bend at the waist (Continuous); twist at the waist (Frequent); squat and perform job functions (Frequent); perform fine motor and gross motor tasks; pinching and grasping with fingers and hands (Frequent/Continuous); reach overhead (Frequent); perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders (Continuous); lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted (Infrequent); lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted (Infrequent); lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent) Additional Job Description
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Equal Employment Opportunity
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. E-Verify
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
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Provides health care services, applying x-ray energy for diagnostic purposes. Performs limited radiographic procedures as authorized by state law producing images for interpretation by, or at the request of a licensed practitioner. Approaches patients and maintains a demeanor complementary to medical ethics. Provides patient care essential to the performance of these procedures. Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type
Employee Worker Sub-Type
PRN Cost Center
CC000822 COL - Diagnostic Radiology (NMC) Pay Rate Type
Hourly Pay Grade
Health-01 Scheduled Weekly Hours
12 Work Shift
Job Description
Job Description
content retained in responsibilities below. Responsibilities
Perform limited radiographic procedures as authorized by state law producing images for interpretation by, or at the request of a licensed practitioner. Student technologist may not perform exams in the emergency department, operating room, or with portable or fluoroscopic radiographic equipment. Assist technologist with patient flow and radiation safety procedures. Assist with preparation of patients for imaging studies to include aseptic technique, positioning, and EKG lead placement. Obtain protocols from radiologist and present to supervising technologist. Assures patient clinical history is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner. Escort patients back to waiting areas or patient rooms. Monitor patient areas with Geiger counter and complete paperwork. Assist with quality assurance on all equipment, including identification of defective equipment and appropriate reporting. Assist with answering departmental phones. Determines and applies radiographic technique exposure factors. Position patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort. Immobilizes patients as necessary. Operates radiographic equipment. Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide safe patient handling that is appropriate to the age of the patients served: pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Success Criteria
Assist with preparation of patients for imaging studies to include aseptic technique, positioning, and EKG lead placement. Obtain protocols from radiologist and present to supervising technologist. Assures patient clinical history is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner. Escort patients back to waiting areas or patient rooms. Monitor patient areas with Geiger counter and complete paperwork. Assist with quality assurance on all equipment, including identification of defective equipment and appropriate reporting. Demonstrate the ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of patient needs. Demonstrate knowledge growth and development, and the ability to appropriately utilize that knowledge in providing care for individual patients. Recognizes and responds to acute and emergency situations, providing ongoing assistance to patients under the direction of supervising technologist or RN. May be asked to apply restraints. Communicate observations related to patient activity and other relevant information (i.e., changes in patient behavior or symptoms) to supervising technologist/RN in an accurate and timely fashion. Demonstrate respect for patient rights and maintains privacy and confidentiality. Minimum Training and Education
Enrolled in an accredited college as a Second-Year Radiology student and eligible for SCRQSA license. Temporary certification as a Limited Practice Radiographer-General is required to be submitted prior to completion of general orientation. BLS certification is required. Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations
Current Basic Life Support (BLS). Physical Requirements
Ability to perform job functions while standing (Continuous); sitting (Continuous); walking (Continuous); climb stairs (Infrequent); indoors/outdoors with temperature extremes (Continuous/Infrequent); work from elevated areas (Frequent); work in confined/cramped spaces (Frequent); kneeling (Infrequent); bend at the waist (Continuous); twist at the waist (Frequent); squat and perform job functions (Frequent); perform fine motor and gross motor tasks; pinching and grasping with fingers and hands (Frequent/Continuous); reach overhead (Frequent); perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders (Continuous); lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted (Infrequent); lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted (Infrequent); lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent) Additional Job Description
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Equal Employment Opportunity
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. E-Verify
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
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