Assistant Tech CT, Part Time Weekends (Saturday & Sunday 12-Hour Shifts)

The  Assistant Tech Imaging  reflects the mission vision and values of NM adheres to the organizations Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program and complies with all relevant policies procedures guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Assistant Tech Imaging provides support service to the technologists nurses and physicians and to other health care professionals related to Imaging Services. This position is pivotal in coordinating patient flow in the respective imaging departments. Duties may include setup work of exam/procedure room before patient arrival verification of paperwork and physician orders escorting of patient to and from the waiting and changing areas assisting the technologists nurses or physicians in performing the exam/procedure and processing films and paperwork for completed exams.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cares for the patient throughout the treatment/procedure according to department and hospital standards of care age-specific sensitivities and Patients First guidelines.
• Provides systems support by preparing procedure rooms for patients prior to their arrival in the department and work area 
• Assists in preparing patient for exam/procedure including the ability to explain exams and answer basic questions knowledge of MR Safety if assignment is MR and brings forward more detailed clinical questions to clinical staff.
• Follows directions of technologist/nurse to assist in performing exam/procedure on patients.
• Processes CDs as needed. Participates in lifting and escorting patients and maintains lift equipment competencies refer to NMH Safe Patient Handling Policy PC 05.0095.
• Helps to coordinate patient care based on departmental imaging protocols. Interacts and communicates with clinical and medical staff to coordinate patient flow.
• Reconciles physician orders to correct exam protocol and escalates discrepancies to appropriate clinical staff.
• Prepares all necessary paperwork and information so treatment/procedure may be performed.
• Retrieves physician orders as needed from all order systems including but not limited to EPIC Chartview Powerchart.
• Assists in clarification of patient demographic information. Verifies patient information for accuracy and completeness.
• Monitors schedule to ensure effective patient flow throughout the diagnostic areas. Informs coordinators charge techs and patients of delays.
• Identifies and obtains paperwork required to start exams. Handles outside films appropriately and obtains patient films when requested.
• Recognizes and reports problems to appropriate supervisors.
• Uses scheduling system Radnet and PACS proficiently. Monitors stock of supplies including Radiology Contrast Media in treatment/procedure rooms to assure their regular availability by timely re-ordering rotation of dated items and by maintenance of a clean and orderly environment.
• Uses designated equipment effectively skillfully and efficiently. Maintains equipment and work area as directed and where applicable documents safety checklists including contrast warmers barium refrigerators etc.
• Follows policies and procedures to contribute to the efficiency of department.
• Organizes and prioritizes assigned work and schedules time to accommodate work demands turnaround-time and commitments.
• Provides clerical/technical support as needed and as assigned by Manager.

Qualifications :

Required:

• High School Diploma.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem solving and organizational skills.
• Demonstrates computer skills.
• CPR Certification (BLS).
• Physical Demands Requirement:
  •  Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 50 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds

Preferred:

• Previous experience in a healthcare delivery position.
• Bilingual language skills.

Additional Information :

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age sex race color religion national origin gender identity veteran status disability sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and at times internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.  Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis and we follow all local state and federal laws including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical emotional and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Part-time