Radiographer Intern

Job Details

Job Location:

Jackson, WY 83001

Position Type:
Full Time

Salary Range: $30.57 - $46.34 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

Job Category:
Allied Health

Performs all diagnostic medical radiographic imaging procedures which are offered by the department in accordance with department protocols, under the supervision of a fully licensed technologist. Performs all procedures following exam protocols on neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Optimize computer images to enhance diagnostic information for Radiologists interpretations. Provides direct patient centered care that ensures the highest quality and well-being of each patient.

Collaborates with members of the health care team to promote clinical excellence, demonstrating commitment to the purpose, vision and values of St. John's Health. Delivers services according to the scope of service for Diagnostic Imaging and participates in performance improvement activities. Adheres to and practices the St. John's Health Corporate Compliance Program. Radiology Interns will be scheduled in a manner that they are not working without supervision of a fully licensed technologist.

• Consistently demonstrates competence in performing all Diagnostic Imaging procedures offered by the department.
• Knowledge of all procedures performed; diagnostic radiology, fluoroscopic,and portable. OR images and cases will be in coordination with a licensed technologist.
• Demonstrates skill and knowledge in the use of all standard Radiology equipment. Ensures adequate supplies are on hand at all times prior to patient care.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of anatomy.
• Demonstrates an awareness of radiation safety procedures for self and others. Wears protective apparel when necessary and properly shields patients. Wears radiation badge at all times in the department.

• Accurately completes all paperwork and supply charging.
• Obtains and examines order requisition to ensure an adequate indication for procedure is documented and correlates with the imaging exam to be performed. Regularly consults with others as necessary to verify appropriate procedure to be completed.
• Confirms completion of all consent as needed.
• Prepares examination for interpretation by Radiologist in include exam QA, scanning appropriate documents and sending to PACS.
• Charges exam, supplies and medications accurately at the time of use.

• Ensures patient receives safe, quality care.
• Organizes and prioritizes care of multiple patients with varying levels of acuity in a timely and efficient manner.
• Transports patients safely to and from the Diagnostic Imaging department. Demonstrates the ability to perform work in an accurate and timely manner during periods of crisis and emergency situations.
• Properly performs hand-off communications when a patient has left or returned to the unit. Reports any changes in a patient's condition or behavior to the appropriate physician or nursing personnel.
• Thoroughly explains the procedure in an empathetic and caring way to alleviate patient anxiety. Assures patient's questions are answered prior to beginning exam.
• Is courteous, pleasant and professional in all patient communications.

• Advocates and supports SJH staff and department co-workers. Demonstrates a willingness and ability to assist others as requested; regularly assists in other areas of the department such as reception duties, clerical duties, and other assignments as requested.
• Presents self as a resource to co-workers and the organization.

• Assumes responsibility for reading department communications/e-mails on a daily basis and attending staff meetings.
• Demonstrates responsibility for knowing and…