Intern - Radiology

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Department:

10007210 Radiology Main Unit

Work Shift:

Variable

Job Description:

The Intern - Radiology at
North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for assisting patient care
tasks under the direct supervision of a Registered Staff Technician/Sonographer. This
includes performing treatment parameters, performing
daily treatments, and assisting in procedures as requested or required. The intern will be actively
engaged in patient interactions, ensuring high-quality care, and contributing
to the treatment of patients.

JOB FUNCTIONS
• Performs high quality/cost-effective diagnostic procedures under the supervision of a Registered Staff Tech or Registered Sonographer.
• Assists Physicians and medical staff during procedures as requested/required.
• Provides excellent customer service in an accurate and efficient manner.
• Communicates effectively with patients, family members, Physicians, other medical staff, and NMMC staff members.
• Attends required in-services, annual review, and educational programs.
• Knowledgeable of procedures, positions, supplies, and equipment used in Radiological examinations.
• Stays abreast of changes in Radiology.
• Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
• Complies with applicable Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues.
• All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Good written and verbal communication; required
• Interaction with a patient population of all ages ranging from neonates to geriatrics; required
• Serves patient population categories of infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics.
• Perform Radiological procedures under the direction of a Registered Staff Tech
• Perform with a high level of professional and ethical conduct at all times
• Detailed oriented
• Must have extensive contact with: Physicians, co-workers, patients/family members
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills
• Must reflect a positive, caring attitude toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve
• Ability to work well under pressure while providing a high level of care

Note:

Other (Experience) Successful completion of 3 semesters of didactic and clinical competency requirements from an accredited Radiologic Technology program;. Required Or

Other (Experience) Successful completion of 6 months of training from an accredited ultrasound program. Required

Physical Demands

A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Standing. Frequently

• Walking. Frequently

• Sitting. Occasionally

• Lifting/Carrying. Frequently 50 lbs

• Pushing/Pulling. Frequently

• Climbing. Occasionally

• Balancing. Occasionally

• Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. Frequently

• Reaching/Over Head Work. Occasionally

• Grasping. Frequently

• Speaking. Frequently

• Hearing. Constantly

• Repetitive Motions. Constantly

• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination. Frequently

Salary Range:

$15.00-$15.00

Education:

High School Diploma, GED, or Project Search Graduate | Required

Certifications:

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - CPR, Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Registered Radiology Tech (RTR) - ARRT