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Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

POSITION PURPOSE

The Imaging Services, Extern (ISE) is responsible for screening, positioning and imaging of patient. The ISE will be scheduled to work only when another Registered Imaging Services Technologist is on-duty and will work closely with the Imaging Services Team Leader and Radiologist to produce the quality images in accordance with the department protocols.

Upon completion of accredited imaging services education, the incumbent Imaging Services, Extern must successfully pass certification by the respective credentialing body within 18-months of the end of the program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains knowledge to perform the duties of the job. Assumes responsibility for performance of job duties in the safest possible manner, to assure personal safety and that of coworkers, and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately to management.

• Prior to exam, screens patient for safety related issues such as verifying correct patient, appropriate clinical history for exam requested, correct order, etc.

• Uses two patient identifiers for all exams.

• Prior to exam, screens patient for safety related issues.

• Follows appropriate procedure protocols according to radiologist specifications.

• Performs exam utilizing proper technique, views, etc., for patient’s condition and requested exam.

• Completes patient related documentation in accordance with department and hospital policy.

• Study is reviewed and completed in medical record according to modality and workflow specifications.

• Responsible for participation in student education and meeting the requirements as set forth by the program.

• Performs a variety of support functions, including but not limited to:

• Reviews patient schedule to identify potential problems, incorrect orders, etc.

• Maintains department supplies by notifying appropriate department personnel supplies that need to be ordered.

• Attend training related to daily job functions such as medical record and radiology applications.

• Identifies and assists in resolution of problems related to safety, sanitation and maintenance of the environment. Provides quality patient care by considering the age specific, development and cultural needs through competent clinical practice. Demonstrates unit/area competencies. Assumes responsibility for performance of job duties in the safest possible manner, to assure personal safety and that of coworkers, and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately to management Maintains good rapport and cooperative relationships. Approaches conflict in a constructive manner. Helps to identify problems, offer solutions, and participates in their resolution. Maintains the confidentiality of information acquired pertaining to patient, physicians, employees, and visitors to Saint Joseph Mercy Health System. Discusses patient and hospital information only among appropriate personnel in appropriately private places. Demonstrates self-directed learning. Identifies and assists in resolution of problems related to safety, sanitation and maintenance of the environment. Behaves in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of SJMHS.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Education: Completion of the first or second year of an accredited Imaging Services program and currently enrolled in the sequential year and/or program with minimum completion of 40% of Imaging Services program.

• Radiology Technologist: Successful completion year one-of-two year accredited program

Certification: Current Basic Life Support (BLS)

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran