Aide Escort - Imaging Department - Casual
About The Position
In this role you will be responsible for the safe transport of patients to and from imaging rooms and other hospital areas. You will also assist patients in preparing for imaging procedures, support imaging technologists and nurses, maintain transport logs, and ensure rooms are clean and prepared between procedures. The position requires prompt response to transport requests, monitoring of patient well-being, adherence to safety protocols, and support of departmental workflow through restocking and administrative tasks. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements
- High school graduate or GED equivalent required
- BLS certification required or obtained within 1 month of hire
Nice To Haves
- Prior hospital or patient care experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Safely transport patients (ambulatory, wheelchair-bound, or on stretchers) to and from imaging rooms, inpatient units, emergency departments, and other hospital areas.
- Assist patients in preparing for imaging procedures (e.g., removing jewelry, changing into gowns).
- Support imaging technologists and nurses with patient positioning and preparation under appropriate supervision.
- Maintain accurate transport logs, communicate patient movement status, and coordinate timing to reduce delays.
- Clean and prepare imaging rooms between procedures, including sanitizing equipment and changing linens as needed.
- Respond promptly to transport requests using hospital communication systems.
- Monitor and report any patient concerns, unusual behavior, or physical issues during transport.
- Ensure all safety and infection control protocols are followed during patient handling and equipment use.
- Deliver specimens, documents, and imaging supplies when required.
- Support departmental workflow by restocking supplies and assisting with general administrative or logistical tasks.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
