Pet/CT/Nuc Med TECH AIDE

Oneida Health•Oneida, NY

2d•$16 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Imaging Aide works with and provides assistance to all hospital based departments of Imaging Services. Under the supervision of the Radiology Supervisor and the Manager, Diagnostic Radiology performs a wide variety of duties relating to clerical duty and patient care tasks. Incumbent must be able to safely and efficiently carry out assigned patient care tasks, check supplies, equipment and provide general assistance to department as directed.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
Attention to detail and accuracy in completing tasks
Commitment to patient safety and confidentiality
Willingness to learn and adapt to new procedures and technologies
Heavy lifting, 45 lbs or over and light lifting, under 15 lbs
Pushing, pulling and reaching above shoulders
Walking, standing, sitting and kneeling

Nice To Haves

1 year as a CT Scan Aide

Responsibilities

Review charts for physician orders, previous reports & imaging
Clean and stock the rooms.
Transport patients back and forth from departments
Promptly and efficiently answers the phones.
Take accurate message
Maintain patient orders to ensure proper exam/diagnosis/physician requirements are being met.
Coordinate with techs/Supervisors for appropriate charges
Burns CDs for patients following medical release procedures
Use RHIO/Healtheconnections to obtain reports and imaging if needed
Maintain a clean and neat work area
Review all stock for outdated/expired items monthly
Schedule all PET and NM exams
Coordinate with offices for order updates if needed.
Put work/supply orders in as needed for the department.
Be able to take instruction/direction from various modalities.
Miscellaneous duties as they arise.
Must have great patient skills and ability to follow HIPAA rules and regulations.
Calling patients as needed for Radiology exams to include PET and Nuclear Medicine