Student Radiology Technologist

Overview:

Shifts Available: Days

Employment Type: Temporary

Hours: 10 hour shifts

Location: Dallas Regional Medical Center – Mesquite, TX

We are seeking a Student Radiology Technologist, internally referred to as our X-ray Tech Student. Student Rad Techs will assist licensed technologists in performing diagnostic imaging procedures by positioning patients, operating equipment such as X-ray, and ensuring radiation safety. They help process and evaluate images using PACS while maintaining accurate medical documentation. Additionally, they provide patient care, collaborate with healthcare teams, and gain hands-on clinical experience to develop their technical skills for a future career in radiologic technology.

Responsibilities:

• Patient Positioning & Preparation: Properly position patients for X-rays and ensure their comfort and safety
• Performing Imaging Procedures: assist in capturing high-quality diagnostic images under supervision using either X-ray equipment
• Radiation Safety: follow As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principles to minimize radiation exposure for patients and staff
• Equipment Operation & Maintenance: learn to use and maintain radiographic machines and digital imaging systems, such as X-ray machines
• Image Processing & Evaluation: assist in processing and reviewing images using PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System)
• Collaboration with Healthcare Teams: work alongside radiologists, nurses, and other medical staff to provide quality diagnostic imaging

Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent required.

2. Currently attending an accredited health care educational program for radiologic technology.

3. Meet state requirements for exemption from licensing to operate x-ray equipment. Documentation of state exemption required in personnel file.

4. Completion of their first-year curriculum requirements,

5. Current BCLS (AHA).

6. At least one year of clinical experience in the radiology technologist program required 7. Proficient computer skills.

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

Employment Status: Temporary Shift: Days Equal Employment Opportunity:

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_screen\_reader\_10\_20.pdf

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