Asst-Radiology Tech

Spartanburg Regional Medical Center•Spartanburg, SC

27d

About The Position

The MRI department at SMC has a great team environment with a wealth of expertise and knowledge. Our department has the latest and well-maintained equipment in our area. Position Summary The Radiology Tech Assistant performs a variety of clerical and patient centered tasks to assist in the imaging department.

Requirements

High School Graduate or equivalent
Entry level patient care, Customer Service
BLS Certification

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of patient oriented tasks to assist in the imaging department
Assist in transport of patients to and from the imaging department
Assist with clerical duties in the imaging department to include answering the phone, patient pre/post phone calls, obtaining CD's for medical records and/or patients, coordination of imaging procedures with other departments, requesting medical records from other institutions, etc.
Positively responds and implements change when needed and has good decision making skills.
Assists technologists with quality control and maintenance of all equipment in the area
Properly utilize accessory equipment such as patient moving devices, stretchers, warmers, scanners, printers, and PACS workstations
Assist technologist with preparation of patients for procedures
Assist patients in/out and on/off of the imaging equipment using correct moving devices and equipment
Report changes in patient condition to medical staff.
Assists in training of new staff
Follows, maintains and helps implement hospital and departmental policies and procedures
Consistently communicates with patients, guests, staff and physicians in a positive manner
Knowledgeable of compliance and regulatory requirements and adheres to Federal, State, accrediting bodies, and standard practice of care for patients, staff, guests and facilities
Adheres to departmental procedures and protocols
Rotating schedules for after hours and holidays where applicable
Assist with correct charging of procedures and supplies daily
Helps to maintain departmental inventory of supplies
Helps to maintain departmental cleanliness
Works as a team member with peers and other departments. Responds calmly and efficiently to situations.
Regularly attend departmental meeting, in-services and actively participate in continuing education activities
Other duties as requested by supervisor or manager