Imaging Student Intern (Pool/Per Diem) at Nicklaus Children's Health System in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

Job Description:

Job Summary

Works under the supervision of an Imaging Technologist. Responsible for completing assignments, maintaining a clean and organized safe patient environment, and assisting with patient care activities. Collaborates with the healthcare team and provides compassionate and empathetic family-centered care for the patients and families. This role is a temporary assignment, and once an imaging student graduates from an accredited imaging program, reclassification to an Imaging Tech is required.

Job Specific Duties

• Answers telephones, takes and relates messages, and give responses when able.


• Assists technologist and radiologist with procedure when needed.


• Enters information in PACs system when needed.


• Follows hospital patient-identification policy prior to performing examination.


• Maintains the physical environment of the work area.


• Performs Imaging duties as needed.


• Prepares patient/parent for Imaging exam.


• Prepares Imaging room for examinations.


• Stocks Imaging rooms with adequate supplies at the beginning of shift.


• Cleans and disinfects rooms, furniture, fixtures, and equipment. Makes beds, removes soiled linen, trash, and relines all waste and laundry containers.


• Anticipates need for and gathers patients comfort measures, i.e. warm blanket, pillows, positioning aids, etc.


• Greets and welcomes patients, families, and visitors. Communicates information regarding NCH services and delivers excellent timely service and support.
  
  

Minimum Job Requirements

• Actively enrolled in an accredited imaging program and completed at least one clinical rotation


• American Heart Association AED required within 30 days of hire - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to relate well with children, parents, and co-workers.


• Basic knowledge in use of computers and printers, and/or ability to learn appropriate software applications.


• Proficient in Microsoft including Windows, Outlook Email, Outlook Calendar and Microsoft Teams.


• Able to float to assigned center/department and is flexible.


• Works effectively in a collaborative environment and follows the direction of the Imaging Tech and/or Imaging leader.


• Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with clients and co-workers.


• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.


• Able to follow detailed written or verbal instructions.


• Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.