Radiology Tech Aide

Overview This position assists Radiology Technologists and other department staff in patient flow and supporting duties within the Radiology Diagnostic department. Responsibilities Communicate with patients and prepare them for exams, including patient history and explaining procedures. Coordinate patient film and reports, and deliver documents to PACS. Follow all quality control policies and procedures meeting local, state and federal regulations. Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with regulations and hospital policy. Greet patients politely and efficiently, and deliver them to examination rooms. Takes thorough and accurate patient medical histories as directed. Clearly explains procedures to patients in English and seeks interpreter services if needed. Sets up examination rooms, ensuring that all necessary equipment and supplies are available and functioning. Ensures patients are comfortable and relaxed. Monitors patients’ conditions and reactions, reporting abnormal signs to physician. Assists with completion of documents and treatment records, and delivers documents to PACS. Assists other medical team and administrative staff, such as physicians and nurses, in conducting special procedures or completing administrative duties. Performs all duties with strict adherence to and compliance with government regulations, hospital policies and procedures, and safety/ALARA guidelines. Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities Meets established productivity standards. Facilitates and promotes the sharing of knowledge and content throughout departments. Ensures all work outcomes satisfy the UMass Memorial Health System True North mission. Supports the mission, vision, and goals of HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital and serves as a role model for CARES values. Adheres to change control processes. Participates in cross training to optimize department resources. Demonstrates excellent attendance and actively participates in meetings and training sessions as required. Maintains a friendly, responsive, service‑minded attitude toward all internal and external customers. Communicates ideas effectively and shares information, keeping others properly informed. Adheres to the HealthAlliance Hospital Code of Conduct, behavior standards, and dress code. Complies with established environment of care/safety policies and all health and safety requirements. Maintains and fosters an organized, clean and safe work environment. Contributes to the development and application of process improvements. Maintains a collaborative, team relationship with peers and colleagues to effectively contribute to group goals. Attends staff meetings and in‑service programs as required or directed. Stays current with hospital and unit changes by reading communication boards, bulletin boards and responding to e‑mails regularly. Practices cost containment and fiscal responsibility through efficient use of supplies, equipment and time. Complies with established departmental policies, procedures and objectives. Participates in meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed. Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations. Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements. Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standard of Respect, and contributes to a professional, tolerant, civil and accepting environment. Maintains regular, reliable and predictable attendance. Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed. Qualifications License/Certification/Education Required: CPR certification Preferred: High School Diploma Experience/Skills Strong organizational and communication skills. Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, patient positioning, equipment protocols, radiation safety, radiation protection and basic patient care. Ability to communicate clearly in English with patients to explain procedures and provide comfort. Ability to follow and comply with directions, procedures, policies and regulations. Ability to work effectively and collaborate with medical staff, personnel, students and patients. Ability to read, write and speak clearly in English. Preferred: Enrollment in a formal radiologic technology program. Preferred: Minimum one (1) year of experience in a medical office. If certification, licensure or registration is not required, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions Constantly: standing, walking, repetitive movements, working indoors, color vision, precise motor skills, hearing, vision. Frequently: sitting, pushing, pulling, twisting, bending, reaching, grasping, high stress level. Occasionally: climbing, balancing, kneeling, heights. 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