Radiology Tech Assistant (Prn)
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Job Description
Radiology Tech Assistant
DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
- The Rad tech assistant is responsible for providing transportation of patients (ages pediatrics to geriatrics) to the Radiology department; also responsible for assisting technologists in performing transfers or ambulation to prevent falls; preparing patients and equipment for therapy and performing tasks to maintain department in orderly condition.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Properly identifies self/Properly identifies patient using two identifiers.
- Logs out patient.
- Obtains hands off communication form.
- Communicates with nursing personnel upon patients return to his/her room.
- Transports patient in a safe, friendly manner; aware of their needs.
- Properly obtains, returns, and secures oxygen tanks.
- Prepares patients and equipment for therapy.
- Protects patient information and maintains confidentiality.
- Assists technologists in performing transfers or ambulation to prevent falls.
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must have on-the-job training in transfer techniques and basic patient care.
- Basic mathematical skills;
- Ability to read, write and speak intelligible English;
- Ability to communicate with patients, family, peers and medical personnel.
- Ability to maintain positive attitude towards patient;
- Must be able to function under stress caused by emergency situation.
Physical Demands/Work Environment
- Work requires light duty lifting and ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
- Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
- Must be able to exchange accurate information with patients, family, peers and medical personnel.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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