Radiology Assistant

Driscoll Children's Hospital•Edinburg, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the clinical and technical staff, the Radiology Assistant will assist with procedures, escorting patients and parents, and facilitating workflow. This role provides support to technical staff by assisting in the positioning and immobilization of patients undergoing procedures. The assistant is responsible for transporting patients and/or parents to and from the Radiology Department and will perform other related duties as deemed necessary. The job requires maintaining utmost confidentiality, adhering to hospital policies and procedures, and demonstrating ethical business practices. Professionalism in dealing with patients and families regarding questions, explanations of procedures, and transportation is essential. The assistant will greet patients and families cordially, answer questions appropriately, and correctly identify patients for examination. Patient safety during their visit and while being transported is a key responsibility. Annual MRI Safety Training and Radiation Safety Training are required. The assistant will help move patients to and from the exam table and, under the direction of technical or clinical staff, assist with patient positioning. Cleaning equipment with appropriate germicidal solutions after exams and burning patient exams onto a CD are also duties. Answering the telephone and taking messages are part of the role.

Requirements

Entry-Level position.
High School Diploma.
CPR preferred but not mandatory.

Nice To Haves

CPR certification

Responsibilities

Assist clinical and technical staff with procedures.
Escort patients and parents.
Facilitate workflow within the Radiology Department.
Provide support to technical staff in positioning and immobilizing patients for procedures.
Transport patients and/or parents to and from the Radiology Department using a wheelchair, stretcher, or in arms.
Ensure patient safety throughout their visit in Radiology and during transportation.
Assist in moving patients to and from the exam table.
Assist with patient positioning under the direction of registered technical or clinical staff.
Clean equipment with appropriate germicidal solutions following an exam.
Burn patient exams onto a CD when requested.
Answer the telephone, taking special requests and information.
Maintain utmost level of confidentiality.
Adhere to hospital policies and procedures.
Demonstrate business practices and personal actions that are ethical and adhere to corporate compliance and integrity guidelines.
Demonstrate professionalism in dealing with patients and families.