Radiology Assistant Transporter

St. Charles Health System•Bend, OR

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiology Assistant / Transporter at St. Charles Health System transports patients to and from Radiology Services, taking careful account of each patient’s experience and condition. The position supports Diagnostic Imaging services, which include X-ray, Ultrasound, CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, and PET/CT, and does not directly manage other caregivers. The role also assists technologists with patient movement and positioning, handles non-patient transport and medical equipment, helps with Radiology clerical duties, and maintains clean and safe transport equipment. The caregiver supports patients and families through the Radiology process, follows safety and infection-control procedures, and provides timely, professional, confidential, and compassionate service consistent with the organization’s vision, mission, and values. This is a regular, non-exempt position scheduled for 30 hours per week. The posting lists a pay range of $20.51–$26.25 per hour, based on experience. The schedule is Friday–Sunday, 0900–1930; the job information also lists the shift and scheduled days as variable.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Obtain American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification within six months of hire.
Be able to wear the personal protective equipment required to perform the job safely.

Nice To Haves

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification (listed as preferred, with certification required within six months of hire).
Six months of hospital patient transport experience.
Customer service experience.

Responsibilities

Follow department procedures to verify patient identity and confirm it with nursing staff before transport.
Transport patients to and from Radiology, the emergency department, and inpatient areas by wheelchair, bed, or gurney.
Help patients in and out of bed using appropriate patient-care and lifting techniques.
Assist technologists with moving and positioning patients.
Observe patients and equipment during transport, report unusual occurrences, and record the patient’s condition for sending or receiving clinical staff.
Offer comfort and support to patients and families to help alleviate anxiety and fear related to Radiology procedures.
Inform people accompanying patients about waiting areas, expected timelines, and procedures.
Transport non-patient items, including laboratory specimens, beds, and CDs.
Maintain safe and clean radiology transport equipment.
Safely handle medical equipment, including IV pumps and poles, oxygen tanks, patient charts, and monitors.
Assist with Radiology clerical duties as requested and stock lines and supplies.
Follow safety protocols and infection-control guidelines when transporting patients and equipment.
Support the organization’s vision, mission, values, and Lean continuous-improvement principles.
Help maintain a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
Maintain professionalism and confidentiality, comply with applicable laws and policies, and report known or suspected violations.
Use AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank) to prepare patients for procedures and communicate about the Radiology experience.
Provide timely, efficient, accurate customer service and patient care.
Perform additional duties of similar complexity as required or assigned.