Radiology Department Coordinator- (Part-Time)

Location: Coquille, OR | Employment Type: Part-Time

About the role

The Radiology Coordinator performs a wide variety of routine duties including clerical, technical and patient related functions. The Radiology Coordinator is responsible for assisting members of the patient care team and providing a broad range of health care services such as: patient check-in, exam review, preparation for the visit, patient education, assistance with exams and procedures, and patient transporting. The Radiology Coordinator is trained to use a wide variety of radiographic equipment, computers, and software. The Radiology Coordinator may be assigned to work in a variety of imaging sections, assist multiple radiology modalities and/or clinical services per operational needs. The incumbent must be able to resolve conflict and endure the pressures associated with a constantly changing work environment. The incumbent assists with examinations involving adult, geriatric, adolescent, and pediatric patients in the various Radiology Imaging sections.

Pay

$20.38 - $33.85

Schedule

Part-Time

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Associates degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience preferred.
• Certification: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers required.
• Experience: One year related work experience preferred.
• Other Requirements: Maintains basic knowledge of sterile technique sufficient to support imaging procedures under the direction of a technologist or other licensed clinical staff member.
• Other Requirements: Basic computer skills and the ability to understand medical and surgical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Greets and checks in patients, confirms two patient identifiers, reviews examination preparation, and explains studies to the patient in a clear manner according to department protocol or technologist guidance.
• Provides patients and families with appropriate information and resources while maintaining a caring, professional manner; offers warm blankets and other appropriate comfort measures.
• Prepares patients for imaging by assisting with gowns, ensuring jewelry or metal objects are removed when required, and securing personal belongings.
• Positions patients according to technologist direction, maintains positioning during procedures, and