Employment Type:

Shift:

Description:

The Imaging Services Extern (ISE) is responsible for screening positioning and imaging ofpatient. 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 andRadiologist to produce the quality images in accordance with the department protocols.
Upon completion of accredited imaging services education the incumbent Imaging ServicesExtern must successfully pass certification by the respective credentialing body within 18-months of the end of the program.

• Maintains knowledge to perform the duties of the job. Assumes responsibility forperformance of job duties in the safest possible manner to assure personal safety and thatof coworkers and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately tomanagement.
• Prior to exam screens patient for safety related issues such as verifying correctpatient 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 patients condition andrequested exam.
• Completes patient related documentation in accordance with department andhospital policy.
• Study is reviewed and completed in medical record according to modality andworkflow specifications.
• Responsible for participation in student education and meeting the requirementsas 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 personnelsupplies that need to be ordered.
• Attend training related to daily job functions such as medical record and radiologyapplications.
• Identifies and assists in resolution of problems related to safety sanitation and maintenanceof the environment.
• Provides quality patient care by considering the age specific development and culturalneeds through competent clinical practice. Demonstrates unit/area competencies
• Additional Job DescriptionAssumes responsibility for performance of job duties in the safest possible manner toassure personal safety and that of coworkers and to report all preventable hazards andunsafe practices immediately to management
• Maintains good rapport and cooperative relationships. Approaches conflict in a constructivemanner. Helps to identify problems offer solutions and participates in their resolution.
• Maintains the confidentiality of information acquired pertaining to patient physiciansemployees and visitors to Saint Joseph Mercy Health System. Discusses patient andhospital 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 maintenanceof the environment.
• Behaves in accordance with the Mission Vision and Values of SJMHS.

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of the first or second year of an accredited Imaging Services programand currently enrolled in the sequential year and/or program with minimum completion of 40%of Imaging Services program.
• CT Technologist: Completion of two-year accredited Radiology Technologistprogram and currently enrolled in CT training program.
• Mammography Technologist: Completion of two-year accredited RadiologyTechnologist program and currently enrolled in Mammography training program.
• MRI Technologist: Completion of two-year accredited Radiology Technologistprogram and currently enrolled in MRI training program.
• Nuclear Medicine Technologist: Completion of three-years in an accreditedNuclear Medicine Program and currently enrolled in Nuclear Medicine internshipprogram.
• Radiology Technologist: Successful completion year one-of-two year accreditedprogram.
• Ultrasound Technologist: Completion of two-year Ultrasound Sonographeraccredited program.

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Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are 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 veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.