Radiology Assistant Transporter

Essential Functions And Duties

• Follows established department procedures to accurately verify and transport the proper patient by visually checking patient identification and verifying with nursing staff.
• Transports patients to and from radiology, ED and inpatient areas via wheelchair, bed or gurney.
• Affords assistance to patient in and out of bed using proper patient care and lifting techniques.
• Affords assistance to technologists with patient movement and positioning.
• Observes patient and equipment during transport and reports unusual occurrences and records patient’s condition to sending and/or receiving clinical staff.
• Comforts patients and families offering support and encouragement with the goal of alleviating anxiety and fear surrounding the Radiology process.
• Informs those accompanying the patient regarding waiting areas, expected timelines, and procedures.
• Aids with non-patient transport including but not limited to laboratory specimens, beds, and CDs.
• Maintains safe and clean radiology transport equipment.
• Safely handles medical equipment including IV pumps and poles, oxygen tanks, patient charts, monitors and other equipment.
• Affords assistance with Radiology Clerical duties as requested.
• Stocks lines and supplies.
• Follows safety protocols and infection control guidelines when transporting patient and equipment.

Supports

• The vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects.
• The Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
• A safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
• A professional and confidential environment.
• Applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
• AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank) to prepare patients for procedures by creating an environment where the patients feel comfortable and communicated with regarding the experience in Radiology.
• Customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient, and accurate.