DescriptionnnBecome part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.nnSummary:nnPerforms radiological procedures at technical level that requires direct supervision. Must be considered a second level student by clinical supervisor.nnIncredible paid internship opportunity for a student heading into their final year of an MRI Technology program!nnResponsibilities:nnPREPARES PATIENT FOR PROCEDURE: a. Identifies patient using two identifiers and two sources. b. Documents pregnancy according to procedure. c. Identifies common clinical indications for imaging studies and notes discrepancies. d. Correctly documents and maintains patient care records—ensures order is correct.nnPRODUCES DIAGNOSTIC QUALITY EXAMS ACCORDING TO DEPARTMENTAL COMPETENCY AND COLLEGE COMPETENCY: a. Sets technical factors, positions patient to achieve optimal images. b. Completes quality exams with efficiency and accuracy. c. Maintains competency when performing surgical Imaging exams under strict sterile procedure. d. Performs quality diagnostic exams with portable machine in ER, and floor units. e. Recognizes limitations of knowledge for student radiographer; avoids repeat or unnecessary errors.nnMAINTAINS THE SAFETY INCLUDING RADIATION SAFETY OF THE PATIENT AND THE TECHNOLOGIST a. Properly shields patient. b. Minimizes repeats. c. Demonstrates compliance with ALARA principles. d. Demonstrates understanding and compliance with NPSG’s; maintains the safety integrity per room assignment. e. Prepared for emergencies and uses the correct procedures to maximize safety and minimize risks; detects hazardous situations and takes action to correct it or report it; reports incidents or accidents promptly. f. Demonstrates good infection control practices.nnASSISTS RADIOLOGIST IN PERFORMING FLUORO PROCEDURES a. Sets up room properly for each exam including proper supplies for radiological study.nnMAINTAINS LEVEL OF COMPETENCY THROUGH EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS a. Participates in in-service education classes including departmental. b. Maintains “in good standing” status under the direction of radiology program coordinator. c. Maintains knowledge of department meeting. d. Meets deadlines for review of educational, policies, modules, meeting, etc. e. Stays informed of departmental policy changes.nnIS ABLE TO IDENTIFY AND ADDRESS THE NEEDS OF DIFFERENT PATIENT AGE GROUPS (IE PEDIATRIC, ADOLESCENT, GERIATRIC) AND DEMONSTRATES THE ABILITY TO EFFECTIVELY COMMUNICATE WITH THESE PATIENTS RECOGNIZES TECHNICAL LIMITATIONS AND COMMUNICATES THAT INFORMATION PROMPTLY TO THE SUPERVISING TECH OR RADIOLOGY PHYSICIANnnOther InformationnnOther information:nnEducation Requirements:nn? High School Graduate or GED required. Must be attending AMA approved school of MRI Technology. Must be a second level student and must be in good standing with current curriculum. Must be a second year student from an accredited school in good standing.nnLicensure/Certification Requirements:nn? None required.nnProfessional Experience Requirements:nn? None required.nnKnowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:nnJob DetailsnnLegal Employer: NCHEALTHnnEntity: UNC REX HealthcarennOrganization Unit: Rex Diagnostic RadiologynnWork Type: Per DiemnnStandard Hours Per Week: 4.00nnSalary Range: $18.20 - $25.86 per hour (Hiring Range)nnPay offers are determined by experience and internal equitynnWork Assignment Type: OnsitennWork Schedule: VariablennLocation of Job: US:NC:RaleighnnExempt From Overtime: Exempt: NonnThis position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.nnQualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.nnUNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.nnQualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.