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Baptist Health Shelby Hospital:   

Being a Radiology Tech Intern is more than just a job — it's a calling. It’s about making a real difference in people’s lives, providing comfort and compassionate care to those who need it most, and being part of a dedicated team that saves lives every day.

Join our Growing Team at Baptist Health Shelby Hospital in Alabaster, AL!

 At Baptist Health Shelby Hospital, we’re proud to be a leading 252 bed acute care facility dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare with a community-focused touch. Located in the heart of Alabaster- one of Alabama’s fastest growing and most desirable places to live- we serve over 30,000 emergency visitors annually and offer a wide range of advanced clinical services, including cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, urology, robotics surgery, and more. 

Our State-of-the-art facilities feature cutting-edge technology such as 3 Tesla MRI, robotic surgical systems, and 256-slice CT scanner- empowering top tier care. Recognized for excellence with accolades like ACC Cath Lab Accreditation, Trans catheter Valve certification, and Primary Stoke Center Designation, we’re committed to growth, innovation, and community well-being. 

Whether you’re an experienced specialist or just beginning your healthcare journey, Baptist Health Shelby offers a dynamic environment where your skills make a real difference. Join us in a welcoming, fast-paced setting with easy commutes, ample free parking, and a team that feels like family. Be part of a hospital that’s shaping the future of healthcare in Alabama- Where your career can thrive and your community can flourish! 

Position Summary
Direct supervision by a preceptor to develop technical and professional skills through observation and hands on demonstration.

Essential Functions
• Performs diagnostic imaging procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation.
• Positions patient, equipment, associated devices and manipulates technical factors to achieve high quality images for
interpretation.
• Utilizes critical thinking skills to recognize patients' physical limitations pertaining to age specific needs.
• Delivers appropriate patient care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures.
• Identify, acquire, and document pertinent patient history relative to procedures.
• Develop ability to assess Radiographic Images for technical quality, proper annotation, and patient identification, ensuring all
relative anatomy is demonstrated.
• Applies principles of radiation safety to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.
• Applies appropriate standard of precautions and personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent cross-contamination of
communicable disease.
• Develops proficiency in contrast material and adverse reactions to contrast media.
• Adhere to Baptist Health policy, procedures, protocols, mission statements and commitment to excellence standards.
• Learn the necessary skills required of a licensed Baptist Health Radiologic Technologist so that they will be equipped to work
independently upon graduation and successful completion of introductory period.
• Develop necessary skills to utilize all Corporate Radiology computer systems (EPIC, PACS) effectively and accurately.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state,
and local standards.
• Complies with all state and federal regulations applicable to each modality.
• Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health policies and procedures.

Other Related Functions
• Follows established image processing techniques and procedures.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment.
• Maintains well-stocked and organized work areas.
• Works evenings, overnights, and weekends as scheduled.
• May be required to work at any Baptist Health facility.
• Performs other duties as necessary to assure customer satisfaction.
• Provides patient transport

Education/Training
Must be enrolled in Senior Year of Radiologic Technology accredited school.
Must have pre-approval from school to apply to internship.

Licensure/Certification
BLS/Healthcare Provider certification within 3 months of hire.

Experience
No experience required.