Diagnostic Imaging Assistant - Repost
About The Position
Under the direction of the Support Services Supervisor and the Diagnostic Imaging technical staff, performs a variety of Diagnostic Imaging support functions including, but not limited to, patient transport, patient lifts, moves and transfers, clerical duties, supply inventory, clean and soiled linen handling services and other related duties. The Diagnostic Imaging Assistant will maintain a safe environment in accordance with professional and provincial guidelines and ensure compliance with quality assurance programs and maintain standards put forth by Accreditation. Functions are conducted in accordance with the Mission and Values of Shared Health, current policies and procedures and applicable legislation.
Requirements
- Must have a minimum of 1-2 years recent relevant experience, preferably in a Diagnostic Imaging environment.
- Health Care Aide certificate (certified) from a recognized educational institution is required.
- Must have and maintain current BCLS certification.
- Ability to work co-operatively and courteously with patients and hospital personnel.
- Flexibility and independence in planning work and the ability to make priority decisions in carrying out daily activities.
- Ability to communicate effectively, oral and written.
- Must be able to withstand extensive amounts of standing, walking, bending and lifting and be able to lift and transfer patients in a safe manner.
- Will be required to transfer patients to and from wheelchairs, Geri chairs, stretchers, diagnostic imaging tables and patient beds utilizing safe transfer techniques.
- Current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment.
- Security check obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.
Responsibilities
- Patient transport
- Patient lifts, moves and transfers
- Clerical duties
- Supply inventory
- Clean and soiled linen handling services
- Maintain a safe environment in accordance with professional and provincial guidelines
- Ensure compliance with quality assurance programs
- Maintain standards put forth by Accreditation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
