Job Description
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, Acute
Radiology Tech Student
PRN | Vary
Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is a modern, state-of-the-art 295-bed acute care facility, offering an advanced neurosurgery program with Spine Center accreditation amongst other specialty services.
Connect with our recruiting specialist
Please contact Melissa Gilbert by texting 615-324-9804, calling 629-257-6058 or schedule a time and date that works for you by clicking the link below.
Where We Are:
The City of Somerset blends southern hospitality with abundant recreational opportunities including a 65,000-acre lake with 1,200 miles of shoreline. Somerset is host to nationally recognized, high quality performing and visual arts, concerts and other special events to the community.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Position Summary:
The role of the Student Radiologic Technologist is to perform diagnostic radiographic examinations under the supervision of a Registered Radiologic Technologist using JRCERT guidelines
He or she must demonstrate a thorough knowledge of anatomy.
The technologist must demonstrate thorough knowledge and skill and understanding of image quality.
Must be able to communicate to patients the nature of the tests and relieve their anxiety.
Must demonstrate an understanding of Radiographic Positioning, Radiographic Technique, Radiation Safety, Imaging Equipment, Infection Control and Quality Control techniques.
Presents a pleasant and helpful manner to patients, physicians, subordinates and other members of the department staff.
Assists in maintaining a work area free from hazards.
The student radiologic technologist must perform routine diagnostic imaging studies, as needed.
Must vary work schedule.
The patient population ranges from neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.
The student radiologic technologist must provide services to all patients, families, and physicians serving this population.
Ensures that patient examinations are performed in an accurate and timely manner; not to exceed 30 minutes.
Provides accurate patient positioning, computer entries and filming.
Maintains an effective use of time, reports availability accordingly.
Demonstrates a willingness and ability to assist others.
Consistently displays team effort.
Applies knowledge to produce high quality diagnostic images with use of professional knowledge to meet or exceed department guidelines.
Maintains exam accuracy, i.e., minimum views, labeling, patient dose, positioning, patient history and shielding.
Minimizes patient exposure.
Maintains a safe working environment.
Maintains knowledge of equipment performance. Reports malfunctions to supervisor.Conveys to supervisor any problems related to supplies or equipment as well as information pertaining to the problem.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school graduate or equivalent.
Must be working on completion of a bachelor’s degree, Diploma or Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology (verification from school is required)
BLS required.
EOC Statement:
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.