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*_SUMMARY:_*

We are currently seeking a*Radiology Student Tech Assistant (X-Ray)*to join our Radiology department. This part-time (0.4 FTE) will work Saturdays and Sundays from 7:00am to 3:30pm.

*Purpose of this position:*Assist radiology technologists with x-ray exams, provide direct patient care.//

*_RESPONSIBILITIES:_*

* Assists patients with activities (ex. changing for exams). Escorts patients on foot or transports patients on carts, beds, or in wheelchairs

* Responds to patient call lights in a timely manner, identifies patient needs, and provides patients with appropriate response or communicates needs to appropriate team member

* Adequately prepares room for procedures

* Reviews and verifies exam requests to ensure the correct exam is ordered on the correct patient

* Ensures patients receive the same level of care as provided on patient’s unit

* Explains exam procedure to patient and family members who are present

* Using principles of Patient & Family Centered Care, develops and maintains a positive working relationship with patient and family, team members, department, and medical center personnel

* Utilizes EPIC system appropriately (orders, scheduling documentation, and billing)

* Performs downtime procedures (manual operations) when computer systems or equipment fails

* Maintains equipment and room in proper working condition and troubleshoots malfunctioning equipment. Reports malfunctions and necessary repairs to proper personnel as soon as issue is recognized

* Respects and uses equipment appropriately.Reports incidents involving themselves and the equipment when it happens

* Procures and stocks equipment and supplies and ensures that equipment is operable and clean

* Ensures patient and supply rooms are properly stocked. Disposes of trash, linens, and supplies in an appropriate manner

* Greets and relays information to appropriate team members, physicians, or family members

* Performs clerical duties in EHR; answers phones and triages calls appropriately

* May perform various technical procedures after training, competency validation, and upon delegation from a Radiology Technologist, such as maintaining oxygen

* Supports unit and medical center compliance with Regulatory standards, customer service and other initiatives. Follows hospital policy in handling and securing medications. Follows ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principle

* May assist with patient positioning under the supervision of a radiology technologist

* Performs additional duties/projects as assigned

*QUALIFICATIONS:*

*/Minimum Qualifications:/*

* Completion of one semester of clinical rotation with an accredited x-ray technology program

*/Preferred Qualifications:/*

* Limited X-ray Operators certification to perform x-rays

*/Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:/*

* Knowledge of basic medical terminology

* Basic computer knowledge

* Ability to work cohesively and respectfully with a diverse work force and patient population

* Ability to prioritize, organize, and communicate with multidisciplinary team members

* Ability to adapt to sometimes rapidly changing and unpredictable situations

* Ability to read and follow written instructions; understand and communicate verbal and written information

* Ability to perform job duties that meet departmental performance expectations as well as HCMC standards related to quality, accuracy, productivity, patient & family centered care, customer service, etc.

*/License/Certifications:/*

* Possess current CPR certification or obtain within 4 months of employment

* Must be currently enrolled in a formal educational Radiologic Technology program accredited by a mechanism acceptable to the ARRT

* Must intend to complete program and obtain certification by the ARRT as a Registered Technologist

**Title:** *Radiology Student Tech Assistant (X-Ray)*

**Location:** *MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus*

**Requisition ID:** *251172*