Imaging Student ExternJob Ref2401835CategoryAllied HealthJob FamilyImagingDepartmentUltrasoundSchedulePer DiemFacilityCommunity Hospital North7150 Clearvista DriveIndianapolis, IN 46256United StatesShiftDay JobHoursPRNApplications only being accepted from those applicants who are currently enrolled in an accredited Radiologic Technologist program.Join CommunityCommunity Health Network has an excellent opportunity available within our imaging team for a student enrolled in a radiologic technology program. If you are looking for challenging work and meaningful advancement, then you should consider a career with Community.Make a DifferenceThe Imaging Student Extern works under the direction of an Imaging Technologist and performs direct and indirect patient care. Direct patient care can include assisting technologist with preparing and screening patient for exam, positioning and performance of exam, as requested. Indirect patient care can include documentation; assist to reinforce patient/family education, stocking supplies, room turnover, and patient transportation/escort. Collaborates with other team members to perform other services as directed.Exceptional Skills and Qualifications· Must be currently enrolled in an accredited Radiologic Technology program. Establishes and maintains a safe environment, room organized and free of fall hazards, conducive to effective team functioning, positive patient outcomes, and personal safety
Assists Care Team with patient care under the direct supervision of the Imaging Technologist(s)
Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computer systems that support the Medical Imaging Department, including EMR, PACS (and affiliated PACS features), and phlebotomy
Provides patient specimens to Pathology and Laboratory when requested
Answer phone calls for the imaging department and monitor voicemail
Transition patients from portable oxygen tank to flow meter and vice versa with no adjustment to the amount of oxygen delivered
Escort patients with outpatient procedures to and from the imaging department.
Transport patients to and from Emergency Department
Instruct and assist patients for exam/procedure preparation (i.e. - changing clothes, using restroom, completing screening/questionnaire forms, etc.)
Position patients on the exam table
Assist with room turnover (i.e. - cleaning, linen, stocking, trash removal)
Perform phlebotomy as needed
Start and discontinue temporary IV access as required
Perform eGFR POC testing
Establish temporary IV access
Why Community?At Community Health Network, we build teams that deliver exceptional care through empathy, communication and collaboration. We consider ALL an integral part of the exceptional patient experience. We PRIIDE ourselves on not having employees but Caregivers. Join our Community as we make a difference in your community.Caring people apply here.Community Health Network complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. Community Health Network does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.