Imaging Services Assistant - Contingent - Days

Job Title

Assists technologists to aid in the diagnosis of medical problems and provides support for the imaging department.

Responsibilities:

• Explains procedures to patient to ensure understanding. Provides appropriate educational material.
• Transports patients to and from clinical areas and verifies patient identity according to policies and procedures.
• Assists technologists with preparing patient for radiology exam by positioning the patient for the procedure.
• Assists technologists with picture archiving and communication system (PACS) and electronic medical records (EMR) documentation on an as needed basis.
• Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
• Performs post procedural duties including patient discharge, room clean up and restocking supplies. Assists with inventory control.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable

CERTIFICATION/LICENCES REQUIRED:

BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

ADDITIONAL PREFERENCES:

Some computer knowledge, customer service skills