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What You Should Know About the Radiology Tech Extern:
- This is typically an as needed position or PDN. Flexibility with school clinical hours: 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday- Friday and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekend and holiday.
- This position is based within Jefferson Regional Radiology Department
Job Summary:
Under the direction of a Registered Radiologic Technologist, Rad Tech Externs are responsible for performing a variety of diagnostic radiographs and related procedures by utilizing the appropriate equipment to perform high quality imaging. This position is also responsible for following established standards and procedures, and reviewing images to determining necessary adjustment for optimum results.
Radiology Tech Extern Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Enrolled in an AMA approved Radiologic Technologist Program with successful passing of Junior Comprehensive Final and in good standing.
- BLS/CPR required upon hire or obtain within 30 days of hire.
- This is a safety sensitive position.*
- Minimum Requirements
- Must be knowledgeable in, medical terminology, and possess generalized skills in medical imaging, general and other special procedures that are performed within the department.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Knowledge of safety protocols and regulatory standards.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality images
- Ability to work and collaborate with a team
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new radiology technology and techniques.
- Preferred Requirements
- Ability to think critically and troubleshoot basic equipment issues under the guidance of a licensed technologist preferred.
- Familiarity with electronic medical records systems and other hospital software a plus.
- Ability to document patient information accurately and efficiently preferred.
Benefits & Perks: your health and happiness matters! We offer:
- Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Matching Retirement Plans
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Career growth
- And much, much, more!
Jefferson Regional complies with applicable Federal Civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.
*Safety Sensitive Position Definition: The essential duties of the job require the employee to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner. A lapse in attention to detail may constitute a threat to health or safety resulting in injury, illness, or death. This position prohibits the current use of any illegal drugs.
Skills Required
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Enrolled in an AMA approved Radiologic Technologist Program
- BLS/CPR required upon hire or obtain within 30 days of hire
- Knowledge in medical terminology and medical imaging skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Knowledge of safety protocols and regulatory standards
- Attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality images
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technology
- Ability to think critically and troubleshoot equipment issues
- Familiarity with electronic medical records systems
- Ability to document patient information accurately
What We Do
Acute care hospital and health system serving the community with its mission of improving health through excellence and compassion, with the vision of being the healthcare provider and employer of choice in southeast Arkansas.
