Imaging Assistant - Sharp Grossmont Hospital - Variable Shift - Full Time

Sharp HealthCare•La Mesa, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sharp HealthCare is seeking an Imaging Assistant for Sharp Grossmont Hospital. This is a full-time, variable shift position. The Imaging Assistant will assist with completing Imaging Center procedures, including transporting and monitoring patients to and from, as well as during, Imaging Center procedures. This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with SEIU-UHW, requiring union membership within 31 days of hire. The position was initially posted for ratified SEIU members and is now available to internal non-union candidates and external candidates.

Requirements

AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association - REQUIRED

Nice To Haves

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent
1 Year experience with patient care.
Knowledge of body mechanics for safe transfer of patient and self.

Responsibilities

Assist with completing Imaging Center procedures including transportation and monitoring patients to and from, as well as during Imaging Center procedures.
Process radiographic film using proper safelight technique.
Print images and make duplicates of films and/or digital images.
Display images on alternators for radiologist's interpretation using proper anatomical orientation.
Combine completed procedures with patient's Imaging jacket with the correct insert jacket and accuracy in name check and medical record number.
Scan appropriate patient documents into Synapse with attention to the correct patient identification of the form and in the electronic file.
Assist imaging procedures by greeting and escorting patients to Imaging Center rooms with appropriate dress and valuables secured.
Assist in transferring patients prior to and following procedures.
Observe patients during procedures to maintain a safe environment, documenting and/or communicating changes in patient's condition to appropriate nursing and/or Imaging staff.
Transfer specimens with proper identification and safety precaution.
Provide tech assistance by developing radiographs and/or images and assisting with moving patients during procedures.
Communicate patient status with nursing and Imaging staff so condition and location is known to both areas.
Obtain Clinicomp Transport Form from patient's RN just prior to leaving the department.
Transfer the Transport Form to the technologist when patient arrives in the Imaging Department.
Provide information regarding isolation and safety precautions.
Sign in and out of department to maintain smooth flow of work.
Relay Transport Form to the patient's RN upon returning from the Imaging Department with any appropriate updated information regarding the patient's condition.
Communicate and document equipment malfunctions.
Actively participate in department and area specific meeting and focus groups.
Follow direction of supervision with attention to good listening skills and thorough follow up.
Demonstrate positive interpersonal skills and attitude towards the department as well as patients, visitors, physicians, coworkers and supervisors.
Communicate in all personal and telephone interactions in order to create a positive public image and harmonious work environment.
Employ active listening skills.
Use nontechnical communication as appropriate.
Speak clearly and graciously at a moderate pace.
Check for feedback as to whether the communication was understood.
Use an adult to adult tone of voice.
Support the goals and direction of the Imaging Center.
Participate in the implementation of change.
Identify problems with suggestions for their resolution.
Accept constructive criticism.
Provide appropriate mode of transport for patient's physical limitations and imaging procedure requirements.
Introduce self and purpose to patient upon entering patient's room utilizing the AIDET tool.
Check patient's name band with name and second identifier, physician orders in chart and notify appropriate nursing staff of patient's departure.
Observe and maintain a safe environment for patients medical devices (IV's, catheters, drainage and chest tubes, monitors and oxygen).
Provide documentation and communication in the event of compromises and/or changes.
Provide timely transportation to and from Imaging Center without delay or compromise in patient safety.
Maintain privacy, dignity, respect and comfort to patient during transportation.
Provide appropriate assistance to patient by asking for assistance when transferring patients to assure safety of self and patient.
Never transfer a patient from bed to gurney without assistance.
Accurately utilize IDXRAD tracking steps and use of Downtime Log forms when necessary.
Deliver STAT/ASAP and Emergency reports to appropriate areas without delay as necessary in departments that have manual report delivery.
Assist in Film Library with correlating patient's previous jackets with correct inserts and comparison films available.
Proficient in Quick Report for faxing reports and CareCast or OCM order entry for lab and Engineering Work orders.
Able to perform required IDXRAD functionality to support patient, physician, patient care and patient inquiries.
Assist coworkers with tasks.
Maintain safe work environment.
Inform supervisor when available for work assignments.
Report for work or assignments on time.
Cooperatively troubleshoot potential and actual problems both internal and external to the department.
Share available resources and information with others.
Assist with training, orientation and upholding policies and procedures to new employees or those new to the area.
Identify, correct and/or report unsafe conditions.
Accept interpersonal differences and cooperate with other employees.
Demonstrate initiative by effectively utilizing work time for the completion of assigned tasks.
Effectively manage workload in a timely manner.
Cross cover in other areas of the department as work volume and staffing fluctuations occur.
Effectively utilize free time between assignments to complete tasks such as stocking and cleaning work areas, assisting coworkers, and providing relief for lunch, breaks and/or meetings.
Identify and complete additional projects and/or educational in-services outside of daily responsibilities.