Radiology Technology Assistant - Cath Lab - St. Vincent Medical Center - PRN

Primary Function/General Purpose Of Position

The Radiology Technologist Assistant supports the needs of the Radiology team with the use of the Radiology Information System, basic computer skills, and excellent communication skills.

Essential Job Functions

• Organizes rooms, stocks linen, changes and properly removes linen.
• Uses two patient identifiers prior to transporting patients to and from Radiology that are not requiring patient monitor or high flow oxygen.
• Properly operates stretchers, patient beds, and wheelchairs.
• Reviews daily department schedules in order to work efficiently with the Radiologic team members.
• Maintains office and medical supplies in all Imaging areas and informs team leader when supplies need to be ordered.
• Responds to patients and visitors promptly and politely.
• Operates radiographic equipment and accessories in accordance with the principles of ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable).

Licensing/Certification

• BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
• (required)

Education

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• 1 clinical semester completed in an imaging program, currently enrolled (required)

Work Experience

• 1 year of patient care experience (preferred)
• Experience With Radiology Information System (preferred)

Skills

• Monitor Patient Conditions
• Inform medical professionals of patient conditions
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Active listening
• Relationship building

Benefits

Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Working Conditions

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
• General office environment.
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
• May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.
• May be required to use physical restraints.
• May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.
• Prolonged periods of working alone.

Required Training

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR)
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS)