Radiology Tech-Assistant Nuclear Medicine

About the Role

The Radiology Tech Assistant performs a variety of clerical and patient-centered tasks to assist in the imaging department.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of patient-oriented tasks to assist in the imaging department
• Assist in transport of patients to and from the imaging department
• Assist with clerical duties in the imaging department, including answering the phone, making patient pre/post phone calls, obtaining CDs for medical records and/or patients, coordinating imaging procedures with other departments, and requesting medical records from other institutions
• Assist technologists with quality control and maintenance of all equipment in the area
• Properly utilize accessory equipment such as patient moving devices, stretchers, warmers, scanners, printers, and PACS workstations
• Assist technologist with preparation of patients for procedures
• Assist patients in/out and on/off of the imaging equipment using correct moving devices and equipment
• Report changes in patient condition to medical staff
• Assist in training of new staff
• Follow, maintain, and help implement hospital and departmental policies and procedures
• Consistently communicate with patients, guests, staff, and physicians in a positive manner
• Adhere to compliance and regulatory requirements, including Federal, State, accrediting bodies, and standard practice of care for patients, staff, guests, and facilities
• Adhere to departmental procedures and protocols
• Assist with correct charging of procedures and supplies daily
• Help maintain departmental inventory of supplies
• Maintain departmental cleanliness
• Work as a team member with peers and other departments
• Respond calmly and efficiently to situations
• Regularly attend departmental meetings, in-services, and actively participate in continuing education activities
• Other duties as requested by supervisor or manager

Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Entry-level patient care or customer service experience
• BLS Certification

Schedule

Rotating schedules for after hours and holidays where applicable.