Radiology Asst PRN
Baylor Scott & White Health · Barton Creek, TX · 2 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time
- Prepares patient for exam or procedure and assist technologist, nurse or physician
- Maintains patient and staff confidentiality at all times
- Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of treatment; answering questions
- Verifies the patient's identification using two forms of ID as outlined in hospital policies using AIDET
- Operates and maintains equipment safely and in accordance with established policies and procedures
- Maintains a clean and serviceable work environment to enhance patient care
- Maintains an adequate inventory of equipment and supplies for assigned area and places general and special supply orders from purchasing in a timely manner
- Thoroughly cleans the room to make ready for the next patient and recommending terminal clean to address patient infection control standards
- Wears personal monitoring device on collar and outside of apron consistently and submits it promptly and regularly for assessment of occupational dosage
- Reports any loss, damage, or unusual events associated with personal monitoring device immediately to the Radiation Safety Office
- Diligently observes patient, recognizes changes in condition and seeks appropriate assistance
- Verifies the requisition/chart for valid written order, priority, date, ordering comments, physician's notes, uses time-out process for invasive procedures and precautions and patient consent forms
- Ensures that records are properly completed with patient identification data and appropriate labeling