Technologist Assistant - Per Diem hours

South Jersey Radiology Associates•Turnersville, NJ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Technologist Assistant supports technologists in caring for patients in the X-Ray, Mammography, and Ultrasound departments. The role includes escorting patients, verifying information, preparing patients for studies when indicated, maintaining department materials and work areas, and communicating with patients and medical staff. The assistant may train as a Reading Room Assistant and cross-train in other departments as support staff. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Detail-oriented.
Ability to multitask in a busy work environment.
Good computer skills.
Ability to communicate clearly with patients, their family members, co-workers, and referring physicians’ offices.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, push, pull, and reach during the scheduled shift.
Ability to assist patients on and off exam tables.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a medical setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Escort patients from the main waiting area to the department for studies.
Review and verify patient information for accuracy.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and Corporate Compliance regulations.
Have patients change when indicated for the study.
Use a computer keyboard daily and monitor the modality work list.
Print and/or scan documents into patient accounts.
Keep the work area stocked, orderly, and clean.
Release images to patients when necessary.
Communicate information to radiologists, technologists, patients, and referring physician offices.
Train in the Reading Room as a Reading Room Assistant, as applicable.
Cross-train in other departments as support staff.
Maintain a well-groomed, professional image.
Maintain punctuality and regular attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.