Radiology Technologist Assistant

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

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Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Radiology Technologist Assistant supports the needs of the Radiology team with the use of the Radiology Information System basic computer skills and excellent communication skills.

Essential Job Functions

• Organizes rooms stocks linen changes and properly removes linen.
• Uses two patient identifiers prior to transporting patients to and from Radiology that are not requiring patient monitor or high flow oxygen.
• Properly operates stretchers patient beds and wheelchairs.
• Reviews daily department schedules in order to work efficiently with the Radiologic team members.
• Maintains office and medical supplies in all Imaging areas and informs team leader when supplies need to be ordered.
• Responds to patients and visitors promptly and politely.
• Operates radiographic equipment and accessories in accordance with the principles of ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable).

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)

Education

High School Diploma or GED (required)

Work Experience

1 year of patient care experience (preferred)
Experience with Radiology Information System (preferred)

Training

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)

Skills

• Monitor Patient Conditions
• Inform medical professionals of patient conditions and care
• attention to detail
• acceptance of authority
• Critical thinking
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Conflict resolution
• Active listening
• Relationship building

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
May be required to use physical restraints
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials
May have periods of constant interruptions
General office environment
Required to car travel to off-site locations
Prolonged periods of working alone

Physical Requirements

Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%
Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 1-33%
Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%
Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 1-33%
Stoop/Kneel 1-33%
Crawling 0%
Climbing 1-33%
Balance 1-33%
Bending 1-33%
Sitting 1-33%
Walking 1-33%
Standing 1-33%

MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive affordable medical dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .