Imaging Student Intern (Per Diem)

Job Summary

Works under the supervision of an Imaging Technologist. Responsible for completing assignments, maintaining a clean and organized safe patient environment, and assisting with patient care activities. Collaborates with the healthcare team and provides compassionate and empathetic family-centered care for the patients and families. This role is a temporary assignment, and once an imaging student graduates from an accredited imaging program, reclassification to an Imaging Tech is required.

Job Specific Duties

• Answers telephones, takes and relates messages, and give responses when able.
• Assists technologist and radiologist with procedure when needed.
• Enters information in PACs system when needed.
• Follows hospital patient-identification policy prior to performing examination.
• Maintains the physical environment of the work area.
• Performs Imaging duties as needed.
• Prepares patient/parent for Imaging exam.
• Prepares Imaging room for examinations.
• Stocks Imaging rooms with adequate supplies at the beginning of shift.
• Cleans and disinfects rooms, furniture, fixtures, and equipment. Makes beds, removes soiled linen, trash, and relines all waste and laundry containers.
• Anticipates need for and gathers patients comfort measures, i.e. warm blanket, pillows, positioning aids, etc.
• Greets and welcomes patients, families, and visitors. Communicates information regarding NCH services and delivers excellent timely service and support.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Actively enrolled in an accredited imaging program and completed at least one clinical rotation
• American Heart Association BLS required within 30 days of hire - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to relate well with children, parents, and co-workers.
• Basic knowledge in use of computers and printers, and/or ability to learn appropriate software applications.
• Proficient in Microsoft including Windows, Outlook Email, Outlook Calendar and Microsoft Teams.
• Able to float to assigned center/department and is flexible.
• Works effectively in a collaborative environment and follows the direction of the Imaging Tech and/or Imaging leader.
• Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with clients and co-workers.
• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Able to follow detailed written or verbal instructions.
• Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.