Student Radiologic Technologist / Imaging Assistant

Cincinnati Children's

1d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

This position is within the medical center dedicated to the care of the pediatric population and those with childhood conditions. The Student Radiologic Technologist / Imaging Assistant will assist the department in the delivery of patient care management. They will coordinate and assist with the timely flow of patients and families, monitor individual patient cycle times, and assist technologists with room clean up and turnover. The role also involves ensuring an orderly and safe environment, including maintaining an MR safe work environment, proper storage and stocking of supplies, and preparing exam rooms. Customer service is a key component, requiring the individual to act as a patient advocate, respond to requests and concerns, and maintain safety programs. The assistant will also help with delegated patient care, including preparing patients for procedures and assisting with their implementation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
2+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
Must be enrolled in a Radiologic Technology degree program.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and assist with the timely flow of patients and families.
Monitor individual patient cycle times to ensure patients are seen and treated as quickly and appropriately as possible.
Assist technologists with room clean up and turnover.
Identify bottle necks and work independently or with a team to resolve.
De-escalate those in need due to extended wait times or less than satisfactory experiences.
Assume responsibility for an orderly and safe environment.
Ensure and monitor a MR safe work environment, identifying unsafe working conditions and taking corrective action.
Assure proper storage, and stock, of supplies.
Communicate with environmental services to maintain a clean and safe environment.
Prepare exam and prep rooms, weigh stations and work rooms daily, restocking as necessary.
Understand and adhere to all applicable regulatory standards.
Act as a customer advocate and strive to better meet the needs of, and to support, patients and/or families.
Utilize a customer focus to complete assignments and/or interact with customers in a courteous, attentive and conscientious manner.
Respond quickly to parent requests and concerns.
Maintain safety programs within the department/division.
Ensure safety concerns are reported appropriately.
Prepare patients and family for examinations.
Assist with patient care, flow and/or procedures as delegated.
Follow plan of care and assist in implementation.
Prepare patients for, or assist with, procedures/exams.
Assist patients with appropriate activities as needed.