Radiology Tech Assistant

Capital Health•Hopewell, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region. Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates. The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time). Position Overview Commits to providing a respectful, caring, attentive, and efficient patient-centered experience to all patients, family members, visitors, providers and co-workers. Remains competent in assisting with imaging exams. Assists with diagnostic exams, performs clerical duties including record keeping, and maintains high quality services. Communicates effectively with patients and families as well as all care providers. Interacts with staff and co-workers in a manner that promotes positive working relationships. Checks orders for complete information and appropriateness criteria. Schedules exams as needed. Obtains sufficient information to determine whether the procedure should be performed immediately or within a specific time frame. Adheres to established section and organizational protocols, quality assurance guidelines, and regulatory requirements. Assists with coordinating work assignments to ensure a smooth workflow. Sets up imaging room to coincide with the scheduled examination. Ensures room includes the use of proper isolations and precautions when needed. Verifies patients with patient name and date of birth. Provides quality customer service and explains all studies to patient in a clear and concise manner. Provides information and resources to patient and family. Safely transports patients from location to location utilizing appropriate mode of transport and proper “hand-off” communication tools to receiving departments and other locations. Safely transfers patient to and from carts, beds, and wheelchairs utilizing multiple lifting devices. Positions the patient, ensuring patient comfort and modesty. Exhibits caring attitude when relating to patients. Engages in a professional and ethical conduct. Maintains a clean, orderly, and well-stocked area. Accurately records patient exams and follows proper billing procedures. Rotates within departments for proper coverage and support as required. Notifies appropriate staff when equipment malfunctions. Adheres to corporate and departmental policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency
No previous experience required
AHA BLS
Non-Licensed must obtain before end of orientation period
Basic computer skills
Basic life support

Responsibilities

Assists with diagnostic exams
Performs clerical duties including record keeping
Maintains high quality services
Communicates effectively with patients and families as well as all care providers
Interacts with staff and co-workers in a manner that promotes positive working relationships
Checks orders for complete information and appropriateness criteria
Schedules exams as needed
Obtains sufficient information to determine whether the procedure should be performed immediately or within a specific time frame
Adheres to established section and organizational protocols, quality assurance guidelines, and regulatory requirements
Assists with coordinating work assignments to ensure a smooth workflow
Sets up imaging room to coincide with the scheduled examination
Ensures room includes the use of proper isolations and precautions when needed
Verifies patients with patient name and date of birth
Provides quality customer service and explains all studies to patient in a clear and concise manner
Provides information and resources to patient and family
Safely transports patients from location to location utilizing appropriate mode of transport and proper “hand-off” communication tools to receiving departments and other locations
Safely transfers patient to and from carts, beds, and wheelchairs utilizing multiple lifting devices
Positions the patient, ensuring patient comfort and modesty
Exhibits caring attitude when relating to patients
Engages in a professional and ethical conduct
Maintains a clean, orderly, and well-stocked area
Accurately records patient exams and follows proper billing procedures
Rotates within departments for proper coverage and support as required
Notifies appropriate staff when equipment malfunctions
Adheres to corporate and departmental policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Performs other duties as assigned