Imaging Tech Assistant-Casual

Fairview Range•Grand Rapids, MN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Imaging Tech Assistant Works under the supervision of the Imaging Department Director and Supervisor. They assist the imaging technologists with efficient workflow by escorting, transporting and transferring patients, speaking with patients about delays, coordinating the schedule with other departments and stocking the department. Performs daily office duties of answering phone calls, monitoring the fax machine and maintaining office supplies and equipment.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Graduate of a Nursing Aide program.
BLS Certification or ability to obtain within two months of hire and maintains certification.
Maintain reliable and consistent attendance.
Basic computer skills such as Word.
Good interpersonal communication skills.
Working knowledge of medical terminology.
Demonstrate ability to follow and adhere to Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital policies, vision, mission and values.
Maintain reliable and consistent attendance.

Nice To Haves

Current certification on the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry is preferred.
Experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate a professional and compassionate attitude towards patient, families, visitors, coworkers and other departmental representatives.
Work closely with all imaging, clinic, inpatient and emergency department staff center for efficient flow of patients.
Prepare patients for their exam or procedure, by getting them changed, explaining the exam, giving oral contrast, communicate delays.
Assist with documenting patient history, information, and encounters in electronic medical record.
Cleaning and stocking of supplies for the exam room.
Answer incoming calls and manage the requests.
Assist with outpatient, inpatient and emergent patient transport.
Assist with patient transfers from beds, carts, wheelchairs, walkers or other devices to the bed.
Assist in delivery of patient care as needed to include ambulation, dressing and toileting.
Assist with positioning patient on the table.
Communicate with patients and families regarding exam time and delay.
Sit with patients if they need assistance.
Maintain office equipment, supplies and linens.
Some clerical duties including monitor fax machine, fill out release of information requests, delivery and receive mail for the department, and interofficing items as needed.
Other duties as assigned.