Imaging Aide (Weekend Only)

Responsibilities

• Stage patients for imaging procedures: Greet patients, if necessary have patient change into hospital gown, complete pre-procedure clinical documentation or screening, start IV when necessary.
• Pre-load contrast injectors- CT specific.
• Transport patients to imaging procedure room and position on table, assist with patient during procedure as necessary.
• On completion of procedure, move patient to staging area, discontinue I.V., and document any necessary clinical information in Radiology Information System.
• Assist in preparing imaging procedure room for next case by cleaning and changing linen.
• Transport any patient type (ED, OP, IP) to and from imaging department(s), based on dept needs.
• Return mobile equipment to proper storage location, Hoyer lift, overbed table, etc.
• Initiate CD production for patient transfer.
• Answer incoming phone calls.
• Carry an Ascom phone for effective communication.
• Maintain safe and effective patient transfer techniques, bed to table, wheelchair to table, etc.
• Complete Net Learning Compliance modules.
• Check for expired items in stock room.

Qualifications

• BLS: Basic Life Support Equivalent
• Experience: Within 1 month of hire or transfer
• Education: High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Experience: Three to four years experience in a clinical setting is preferred.
• College medical terminology course preferred.

Other Information

• Experience: One to two years of experience in a clinical setting is required.
• Skills: Excellent communication skills, ability to work under pressure and time management skills required.
• Training: Mandatory tuberculosis (TB) testing must be done annually. Mandatory Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training must be completed annually according to the Exposure Control Plan.

Physical/Mental Requirements And Typical Working Conditions

• Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.
• Able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.
• Frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.
• Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material.
• Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.
• Able to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.
• Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling.
• May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.