Radiology Aide, X-Ray, 24-Hour, (3) 5-hour days with every other weekend
Radiology Aide, X-Ray, 24-Hour, (3) 5-hour days with every other weekend
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Overview
Hours: 24-Hour (3) 5-hour days with every other weekend
Job Summary:
Coordinate the transportation of patients to and from the Radiology Department. Good physical condition necessary to perform the various aspects of the position which consists of standing bending lifting carrying and moving of patients and equipment such as wheelchairs and stretchers. Radiology Aide will assist Technologists with patients/equipment during diagnostic exams so that exams are completed properly. Must be able to communicate in a professional manner answer telephones and take messages.
Responsibilities
- Coordinates the transportation of patients to and from the Radiology Department so that patients have a safe and comfortable experience.
- Utilizes wheelchairs or stretchers if needed to transport patients to and from the Radiology Department as scheduled.
- Assures patient needs are met while in the Radiology Department including such things as patient comfort and appropriate clothing is worn.
- Assists Radiology Technologists with patients during diagnostic exams so that exams are completed properly.
- Assists Radiology Technologists by helping to move lift and position patients as well as monitor patients during lengthy exams.
- Provides clerical assistance and film processing assistance to the Radiology Technologists.
- Provides clerical assistance to department staff so that all records are maintained.
- Utilizes the hospital computer system to locate patient information for accurate records.
- Provides support coverage in the film library and for report distribution.
- Performs film processing duties to ensure that all films are properly developed
- Performs and logs processor quality checks and maintains proper processing chemical levels
- Provides clerical support to the Radiology Technologists and department manager so that all clerical duties are completed accurately and on time.
- Utilizes the hospital computer system to locate patient information as requested by department staff.
- Assists Radiologists and Technologists with Fluoroscopy and IOP.
- Operates the hospital computer system for film releases.
- Operates the hospital computer system for film releases.
- Maintains a safe environment for patients by assuring that sharp objects toxic substances and other objects potentially harmful to children are not accessible.
- Assures that the environment of care or services is free of objects which may contribute to the likelihood of patient falls slips or trips. Makes readily available assistive devices for ambulation. Complies with policies and procedures relating to gait belts and similar devices.
- Is aware of the increased risk of falls slips and trips for elderly patients and visitors and assures that the environment of care or services is free of objects and spills which may contribute to the likelihood of patient falls slips or trips.
- Is sensitive to the tendency of older patients to have hearing difficulties. Verifies that he or she is speaking with appropriate level of loudness so that the patient hears instructions questions and conversations but that offense is not given to the patient as the result of the voice being excessively loud. Is able to differentiate problems with hearing versus problems with comprehension.
- Takes appropriate actions to assure physical security of children and complies with policies and procedures related to the prevention of neonate infant and child abduction.
- Is aware of reduced endurance and strength present in many elderly and provides accommodation for seating during extended visits or exams.
Qualifications
- High School graduate or equivalent.
- Prior Patient care experience preferred.
- Good understanding of personal computers
- Meditech experience desirable
MinimumLicensesand Certifications
- CPR Certification
Employment Type
Part-Time
