Medical Imaging Aide 1 - Flagstaff, AZ
Medical Imaging Aide 1 - Flagstaff, AZ
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Job Description
Overview
Under general supervision the Imaging Technologist Aide is responsible for assisting in all aspects of patient care to include but not limited to preparing patients for their exams and assisting in performance of imaging procedures at the direction of the imaging technologist. This position is responsible to transport patients who may include infants children adolescents adults and or elderly adults to and from various areas throughout the facility in a timely manner. In addition this position will assist with documentation in the healthcare record conducting patient research supply management and general assistance to support the imaging team. As a member of the team this position will also perform a variety of clerical duties while providing assistance to patients technologists and radiologists. This position demonstrates excellent communication skills and effectively works with a multidisciplinary staff patients and their caregivers
Responsibilities
* Support expediting trauma and critical patients in the imaging department
* Documents patient medical data under the supervision of imaging technologist and imaging supervisors.
* Prepares patients for examinations; assists with minor procedures and a variety of other medically related tasks within the scope of practice.
* Knowledge and application of mechanics of lifting and moving patients. Position is responsible for assisting in the transfer of patients on and off tables for procedures.
* Maintains department cleanliness throughout the department to include equipment and patient care area.
* Assist technologist with post-procedure processing of exams.
* Assist the technologist in preparing patient trays for procedures; assist with monitoring patients and following clinical instructions for example: dressing biopsy sites and other minor procedural care as assigned by supervising radiologist.
* Delivers specimens to appropriate location in a timely manner
* Assembles and prepares equipment/ exam rooms to technologist guidelines
* Maintains patient confidentiality consistent with hospital policy.
* Adheres to hospital infection control practices and isolation precautions.
* Perform EKGs as needed.
* Assists with scheduling as needed.
* Assists with front desk administrative duties as needed.
* Assist with data collection for quality control purposes.
* Helps review patient information prior to their appointment.
* Uses the PACS system to burn CDs and fax reports to physicians.
* Help to troubleshoot issues as they arise.
* Assists with supplies and inventory to include removal of outdated supplies restocking of supplies and laundry bins when needed.
* Focuses on personal development areas engaging in professional/collegial interactions with peers and students.
* Effectively communicates technical information to non-technical staff.
* Engaged in and enthusiastic about learning new tasks in different areas.
* Stays current and complies with state and federal regulations/statutes and company policies that impact the employees area of responsibility.
* If required for position ensures all certifications and/or licenses are up-to-date and valid prior to expiration dates.
* Completes all company mandatory modules and required job specific training in the specified time frame.
* Demonstrates understanding of the Units Standards of Care and Practice and Administrative Policies as well as being able to locate Policy and Procedures Manuals on the assigned units.
* Compliant with all NAH safety policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Fingerprint Clearance Card application number- Required upon hire
Fingerprint Clearance Card- Required within 90 days of hire
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Medical Assistant (MA) or Phlebotomist - Preferred
IV starts skills within 6 months from date of hire - Preferred
6 months experience in healthcare setting - Preferred
Healthcare is a rapidly changing environment and technology is integrated into almost all aspects of patient care. Computers and other electronic devices are utilized across the organization and throughout each department. Colleagues must have an understanding of computers and competence in using computers and basic software programs.
Employment Type
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