Radiology Tech Associate (Per Diem) Jefferson Health Abington

Radiology Technical Aide

PER DIEM-This position covers five sites---Abington, Lansdale, Warminster, Blue Bell, North Willow Grove---must be able to cover at all sites. Ideal candidate would have superb customer service skills and would be highly motivated and flexible to changing tasks. PRN shift requirements--1-2 shifts during the week, every other weekend requirement-at least 1 Holiday requirement.

The Radiology Technical Aide performs a wide variety of routine duties including clerical, non-technical and patient related functions. Radiology Technical Aide is responsible for assisting radiologists, technologists, nurses and other clinical and support staff and providing a broad range of health care services such as: patient check-in, preparation for the visit, assistance with procedures, and patient transporting. The Radiology Technical Aide may be assigned to work in a variety of imaging sections, assist multiple radiology modalities and/or clinical services per operational needs.

Job Duties

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Transport patients to and from all areas in the Department of Radiology, monitor patient support devices and provide overall patient care. Monitors patients when needed.
• Assist in Radiological rooms by giving blankets, bedpans, clothing changes, etc. to the patient and assist the technologists as needed
• Inspect and replenish stock and linen in all patient care areas. Ensures adequate inventory of stock & non-stock supplies. Prepare the examination room for the next procedure.
• Provides back-up to the front office and film room staff, and perform numerous "special projects" and clean-up tasks as assigned.
• Trains new transporters/escorts in proper patient care techniques. Procures appropriate patient documentation prior to leaving a nursing floor.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Physical ability to lift and position patients and assist with patient transfers utilizing beds, wheelchairs or stretchers.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks/projects and meets objectives and deadlines
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.

Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)

Employee Entity: Abington Memorial Hospital

Primary Location Address: 1200 Old York Road, Abington, Pennsylvania, United States of America