Radiology Assistant |Radiology |Full-Time
Tamarack Health Careers•Hayward, WI
•Onsite
About The Position
This is a full-time position within the Radiology department. The Radiology Assistant is responsible for various duties including patient transportation, appointment scheduling, answering phones, data entry, cleaning and restocking equipment, and maintaining a safe patient care environment. The role requires effective communication, organization, and the ability to manage workload efficiently.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent preferred
- CNA license preferred
- BLS certification is required before providing patient care
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the safe transportation of patients within Radiology services and other assigned areas with consideration to age and developmental abilities.
- Schedules appointments called in to the department by patients, physicians, and physicians’ offices, per policy and procedure.
- Answers the telephone politely and accurately communicates information to the appropriate staff.
- Enters and verifies data in the computer system.
- Responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, and restocking various assigned perioperative areas and equipment.
- Assesses and maintains supplies/equipment accurately and efficiently during the turnover process.
- Effectively uses verbal communication to assist staff/physicians in the care of the patient and standard department workflows.
- Uses appropriate infection prevention practices to turn over and clean perioperative areas.
- Orders supplies as needed. Maintains supplies in a neat and orderly environment.
- Interacts professionally with patient/family and defers to Radiology staff to provide explanations and verbal reassurance as appropriate.
- Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
- Maintains a good working relationship within the Radiology department and with other departments.
- Demonstrates the ability to be flexible & organized while being able to appropriately function under stressful situations.
- Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly and uses proper body mechanics.
- Responds promptly to changes in workload, adjusting assignments as necessary to achieve optimal productivity, efficiency, and fiscal responsibility.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
