Radiology Assistant (Per Diem) - $21/hr

About the role

Works under the direction of the director, assistant director, and supervisor to perform a variety of activities related to the transportation of patients, specimens, and equipment to and from the Imaging Services department.

Responsibilities

• Safely lift and physically manipulate patients.
• Communicate technical information to non-technical personnel.
• Demonstrate visual and auditory acuity for watching monitors and following instructions during procedures.
• Operate assigned equipment and perform all procedures in a safe manner while delivering high-quality service to patients and customers.
• Maintain the area, equipment, and supplies; remove outdated supplies and return them to materials management.
• Perform daily cleaning of all patient transport equipment.
• Utilize effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Apply AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank You) and other evidence-based behaviors when caring for patients.
• Show empathy and care to patients and family members.
• Practice standard precautions during patient contact and while handling contaminated materials.
• Comply with CDC hand hygiene guidelines to reduce hospital-acquired infections and other conditions.
• Actively help the department meet the identified Patient Satisfaction goal.
• Demonstrate regular attendance and participation at scheduled department and team meetings.
• Comply with all Federal, State, organizational, and departmental policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Basic Life Support certification (American Heart Association).
• Ability to lift equipment up to 50 lbs, push equipment up to 150 lbs, and assist with the movement of adult patients weighing over 300 lbs.
• Ability to stand and walk for the duration of the entire scheduled shift.

Preferences

• Ability to manage and utilize technological resources (computers, phones, tablets, etc.).
• CNA/LNA experience.
• Phlebotomy experience.
• EMT experience.

Special Position Requirements

• Exposure Category I: Expected duties have routine potential for exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.
• Other potential hazards: exposure to chemical, biological, and radioactive substances; possible exposure to hostile individuals.
• Possible exposure to blood products and radiation.