Radiology Assistant

Cleveland Clinic•Slaton, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiology Assistant works alongside Radiology Technologists in the CAT Scan Unit at Mercy Hospital, assisting with patient transport, room turnovers, and other support tasks. The role helps create a positive patient experience by supporting patients and visitors throughout their visit to the radiology department. Duties also include maintaining clean, appropriately supplied imaging rooms; processing orders and exam information; transporting films and specimens; and providing routine patient-care assistance. This is a part-time position scheduled Thursdays and Fridays from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of related experience in a physician office, hospital, or clinical setting involving patient care or customer service.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to assist with positioning and transporting patients, including pushing beds, stretchers, and wheelchairs.
Ability to maneuver equipment and the motor coordination to operate equipment.
Follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as required.

Responsibilities

Provide services and assistance to patients and visitors of all ages.
Greet patients and families upon arrival in the radiology area.
Escort patients to the appropriate room, assist them with putting on a gown, and help them move on and off the table.
Ensure patients’ physical comfort and safety.
Keep x-ray rooms clean and equipped with the appropriate supplies and equipment for each patient.
Observe patients for changes in medical status or potential need for nursing care, physician care, oxygen, or other assistance, and promptly obtain appropriate help.
Review x-ray requisitions and computer exam forms to determine the type of x-ray required.
Place transport orders from radiology to floors and units.
Process orders in the radiology information system, including scheduling and tracking exams and films.
Process downtime and transport orders.
Perform routine patient-care duties, such as assisting with bedpans or helping patients in the washroom.
Perform courier functions as assigned.
Take films to the appropriate area for film library processing and deliver films to requesting areas.
Transport specimens to the lab for processing.
Work alongside Radiology Technologists, including moving and transporting patients and assisting with room turnovers.