Radiology Assistant

Job PostingSt. Francis Hospital, The Heart Center® is New York State's only specialty designated cardiac center. A member of Catholic Health Services of Long Island, St. Francis is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a national leader for Cardiology & Heart Surgery, as well as for Gastroenterology & GI Surgery. Additionally, U.S. News rates St. Francis as high performing in Geriatrics, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and Pulmonology. Nursing care at St. Francis is also nationally recognized, with multiple Magnet designations, as well as the AMSN PRISM Awards® and Beacon Awards. St. Francis has regularly out-scored other hospitals on Long Island.St. Francis Hospital is dedicated to providing a supportive environment, committed to the highest standards of patient care, where health care professionals can develop their expertise and strengthen their credentials.Job Responsibilities• Determine appropriateness of examinations and contact physicians to clarify or modify orders when necessary• Prep patients for exams by communicating with care teams• Transfer patients on/off exam tables• Transport patients when necessary• Answer telephones in a timely manner• Communicates with professionalism at all times• For outpatients, check prescriptions to ensure patient demographics are correct, physician signature present, and reason for exam listed• For inpatients, check requisitions for accuracy, including verify patient identification, physician's signature, and diagnosis• Arrange transport in and out of the department• Update technologists with appointment status (cancellations, changes, etc).• Stock exam roomsJob RequirementsCurrent Radiology students preferredMinimum high school diploma or equivalentMinimum 1 year experience preferredExcellent communication skills; computer skills also requiredPrior hospital experience preferredSalary RangeUSD $20.26 - USD $28.36 /Hr.This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.