Technical Assistant - Diagnostic Imaging

Scarborough Health Network • Granbury, TX

1d • CA$26 - CA$30 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the guidance and supervision of the Charge Technologist, Ultrasound, the Technical Assistant will perform a variety of routine functions in support of ultrasound examination activities to facilitate enhanced productivity of the unit. This is a physically demanding role with duties and responsibilities including, but are not limited to:
Receiving patients from the main waiting room and in-patient holding area; verifying identification and escorting to the appropriate ultrasound examination room; escorting patients to other modalities for examinations.
Instructing patients to change appropriately for their examination and ensure their valuables are secured
Moving patients to/assist in the transfer of patients onto the scanning bed. Upon direction from the ultrasound technologist, assist patients in leaving the department
Answering telephones and addressing enquiries appropriately, ie. Verifying/issuing patient preparations, checking on patient bookings, scheduling of IP requests, verifying orders and scheduling additional add-on examinations.
Coordinating patient transportation to and from the department with the patient care units.
Updating patient records in the Meditech computer system.
Assisting with restocking linen and supplies in the ultrasound department and remove soiled linen to the soiled laundry cart.
Preparing/setting-up supplies and instruments prior to examinations and clean-up following examinations; cleaning and returning of sterile trays to SPD or specified soiled utility holding location after use.
Assisting in maintaining the ultrasound work area in an clean and orderly manner
Co-ordination of the workload for the department including facilitating the booking of In- Patient requests and add-on examinations.
Participate in continuous quality improvement activities
Other duties as may be assigned
In this role you will engage in ethical conduct and strive to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient population and workforce.

Requirements

• High School diploma (or equivalent)
• Current BCLS certificate
• Direct experience with patients and working with patient health records
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Administrative experience including answering telephones and responding to enquiries
• Computer data entry and keyboarding skills
• Demonstrated superior interpersonal, communication and organizational capabilities
• Proven ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent work performance and attendance

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of EPIC
• Ability to speak another language

Responsibilities

• Receiving patients from the main waiting room and in-patient holding area; verifying identification and escorting to the appropriate ultrasound examination room; escorting patients to other modalities for examinations.
• Instructing patients to change appropriately for their examination and ensure their valuables are secured
• Moving patients to/assist in the transfer of patients onto the scanning bed. Upon direction from the ultrasound technologist, assist patients in leaving the department
• Answering telephones and addressing enquiries appropriately, ie. Verifying/issuing patient preparations, checking on patient bookings, scheduling of IP requests, verifying orders and scheduling additional add-on examinations.
• Coordinating patient transportation to and from the department with the patient care units.
• Updating patient records in the Meditech computer system.
• Assisting with restocking linen and supplies in the ultrasound department and remove soiled linen to the soiled laundry cart.
• Preparing/setting-up supplies and instruments prior to examinations and clean-up following examinations; cleaning and returning of sterile trays to SPD or specified soiled utility holding location after use.
• Assisting in maintaining the ultrasound work area in an clean and orderly manner
• Co-ordination of the workload for the department including facilitating the booking of In- Patient requests and add-on examinations.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement activities
• Other duties as may be assigned
• Engage in ethical conduct and strive to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient population and workforce.

Benefits

• Defined Benefit pension plan through the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan
• Comprehensive insured benefits package including health and dental benefits
• New Graduate Initiative Enroute Program
• Critical Care Sponsorship Program
• Employee Discount and Incentive Programs
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), along with other comprehensive wellness offerings, including our Spiritual Care team of registered psychotherapists for spiritual, religious or emotional care; mental health supports; and on-site wellness rounding
• Recognition events
• Leadership Development and Learning Programs
• Tuition Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED