Imaging Care Associate - Nuc Med (per diem)

Albany Medical Center•Albany, NY

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Imaging Care Associate in Nuclear Medicine functions as a member of the patient care centered health team under the supervision of the Radiology Technologist. This role involves assisting the Technologist in completing daily operations, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining the cleanliness of the unit, as well as managing supplies and equipment. The associate is expected to interact with patients, families, and other healthcare workers with respect and kindness. The position requires adherence to patient rights, HIPAA standards, and participation in unit, department, and divisional goals, while also supporting the mission, vision, values, and strategic direction of the institution.

Requirements

High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required
Effective problem solving and resolution skills.
Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties.
Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose.
Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Nice To Haves

Less than 1 year in a hospital setting or completion of certified paramedic, EMT or medical corpsman training - preferred
Previous clinical experience - preferred
PARAMEDIC - Paramedic – Licensed Upon Hire - preferred
EMT - Emergency Medical Tech Upon Hire - preferred

Responsibilities

Assisting the Technologist in completing activities of daily operation and assuring patient safety.
Assuring the safety and cleanliness of the Unit, as well as maintaining supplies and equipment.
Relates to and assists patients, families, and other health care workers with respect and kindness.
Responsible for the preparation of the patients for the Imaging procedure
Works with the technologists to facilitate patient handling, e.g. Bring patients to and from the dressing, exam rooms and back to their ER rooms.
Initiates/Completes paperwork related to the exam/care of the patient as indicated by technologist.
Assists the patient on and off procedure table as indicated by technologist.
Provides support and assistance to the technologist and Radiologists i.e. screening phone calls, exam set up and post exam clean up.
Maintains stock supply and linen in exam room.
Completes light housekeeping duties, as needed
Works in areas and on shifts as assigned by Manager/ Clinical Specialist
Assists in transportation of patients when needed.
Demonstrates knowledge of the patient BILL of RIGHTS, HIPPA, by incorporating them into their practice
Participates in development and attainment of unit, department, and divisional goals.
Reports change in patient status to Radiologist, nurse and/or technologist
Establishes and maintain maintains direct, honest, open professional relationships with all health care team members, patients. and families
Actively supports JCAHO and HIPPA standards
Completes hospital and departmental required education.
Pursues validation of knowledge base, skill level, and decision making and seeks guidance in areas of question.
Demonstrates self-directed learning and participation in continuing education to meet own professional development.
Demonstrates commitment to unit and human, resource policies.
Recognizes mission, vision, values, and strategic direction of the institution.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age and developmental characteristics of the patient.

Benefits

Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers
A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing

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