RADIOLOGY STUDENT TECHNICIANS: CAPITAL REGION MEDICAL CENTER

SHIFT:  Primarily evening and weekend shifts.  Department supervisors will negotiate a mutually agreeable work schedule with the students based on their class schedule and the department’s staffing needs.

WORK LOCATION: Capital Region Medical Center

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:  03/25/24

Instructor reference form may be downloaded HERE

SALARY:  $16.00

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE:

MU Health Care is a growing academic health system in mid-Missouri comprised of multiple hospitals — including the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and region’s only Children’s Hospital — and over 50 specialty clinics located throughout the region.

As an MU Health Care employee, you’ll be part of an exceptional team committed to our mission of saving and improving lives. Our core values of inclusion, respect, service, discovery, responsibility and excellence foster a collaborative work environment where you can grow your career.

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JOB SUMMARY: 

Each student technologist, while employed in the radiology department, will be mentored by a registered radiological technologist. Student technologists are expected to perform radiographic exams including fluoroscopy, general radiography, IVP's, ER patients, and some trauma work as outlined in the job description and orientation. Provide an opportunity for radiology students to increase their clinical skills.  To provide students with a role model for the practice of radiology.  To provide clinical experience helpful in making the transition from student technologist to professional radiologic technologist.

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY:

To assist staff in completion of their assigned duties through the completion of various tasks as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Perform radiographic procedures as listed in adult and pediatric policy and procedure manual for department. These exams include fluoroscopy, general radiography, IVP’s, emergency room patients, and some trauma work. Perform all aspects of patient contact including greeting patient, exam information, proper positioning and marking of radiographs, and proper film development. Keep rooms stocked and cleaned at all times; equipment cleaned and properly maintained. Follow proper radiation safety guidelines as determined by the department. Learn and utilize computer systems including Cerner/Powerchart, PACS, and Radnet.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Be able to work with indirect supervision at all times. Communicate well with patients, co-workers, physicians, and supervisors. Show initiative and be flexible.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Direct supervision received from designated supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

None

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Completion of one (1) year of an AMA approved radiology technology program. Applicants must be within one year of graduation from a radiology technology program as of May 2024.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that
are required of the employee for this job; however, completion of these duties is a measure of successful performance.
Employees of this job classification are subject to performance reviews. Basic function, responsibilities and characteristics
duties may change at any time with or without notice.

SAFETY SENSITIVE STATUS:

This position is considered safety sensitive. This document is a general description of typical job duties, responsibilities and qualifications of employees holding the associated job title. Additional duties, specific qualifications and work emphasis may vary between individual positions.

REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS: 

Provide a copy of grades or transcript.

Completion of employment application.

Provide two letters of reference, including one from your most recent clinical instructor.

Applicants with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.