About the role#
This position supports the Interventional Radiology department at Geisinger Medical Center. You will work alongside Radiology, Vascular, and Echo Technologists to provide both non-technical and supervised technical support. This role is designed for students currently enrolled in an accredited program who want to gain clinical experience while helping to expedite patient care.
What you'll do#
- Assist staff with direct patient contact, including patient transport and preparation for exams.
- Operate imaging equipment and produce quality studies under the supervision of a registered technologist.
- Perform post-processing of imaging studies and maintain equipment.
- Prepare patients for exams, including conducting MRI safety screenings.
- Apply ALARA principles to minimize radiation exposure for yourself, patients, and others.
- Use the Radiology Information System to manage patient data and documentation.
- Corroborate patient clinical history with scheduled procedures.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and professional ethical standards.
What you'll need#
- You must be a second-year student or a first-year student who has satisfied all competency requirements.
- Active enrollment in an accredited Radiology technology, vascular, or echo program recognized by the JRC-ARRT, JRC-DMS, CCAHEP, or CMA.
- A High School Diploma or GED.
- A current Basic Life Support Certification.
- Basic computer literacy and interpersonal communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Danville, Pennsylvania.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Part-time.
- This is a paid position.
About Geisinger
Geisinger is a nonprofit health system based in Danville, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1915, the organization provides care to 1.2 million people across urban and rural areas. It operates 10 hospital campuses and over 120 care sites. The system also manages a health plan for more than 500,000 members and trains thousands of medical professionals annually.
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