Imaging Assistant

Saint Francis Health System

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is ECB status, requiring a minimum number of worked hours per month as needed by the department, and offers limited benefit offerings. The Imaging Assistant provides support to the Staff Technologist by assisting with accessioning and documentation of exam orders, positioning of patients, performing related functions, and clerical duties. Key responsibilities include assisting technologists in positioning and immobilizing patients during radiographic examinations, both in the radiology department and at the patient's bedside, utilizing basic skills and knowledge. The role involves accessioning exam orders using the electronic medical record, performing procedural tasks such as CR processing, patient transporting, and various clerical duties. The assistant is expected to utilize hospital/department communications, telephone, computer, and paging appropriately, and demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills with patients, visitors, physicians, co-workers, and hospital personnel. Providing excellent customer service is highly motivated. The position supports department/hospital goals through PI and educational activities, requires attendance at mandatory in-service, and adherence to department educational standards and care standards. Independent judgment is exercised in minor decisions where alternatives are limited and standard policies/protocols are established. The role involves direct interaction with patients, customers, other healthcare professionals, and staff. This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Use and Patient Protection Act (OMMA).

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
0 - 6 months related experience
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Access as might be used in the preparation of correspondence and reports
Effective interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
Ability to organize and prioritize work in an effective and efficient manner

Nice To Haves

CPR Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Provides support to the Staff Technologist by assisting with accessioning and documentation of exam order, positioning of the patient, performing related functions and clerical duties
Provides assistance to technologist in positioning and immobilizing the patient during radiographic examinations, either in the radiology department or at the patient's bedside utilizing basic skills and knowledge
Accessions exam orders to properly reflect the procedure performed using the electronic medical record
Performs procedural tasks such as CR processing, patient transporting, related clerical duties and special assignments when necessary
Utilizes hospital/department communications, telephone, computer, and paging appropriately
Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills with patients, visitors, physicians, co-workers and hospital personnel
Highly motivated in providing excellent customer service to all
Supports department/hospital goals through PI and educational activities
Attends mandatory in-service and meets department educational standards
Modifies behaviors or performance to comply with care standards and department requirements