Imaging Patient Assistant, PRN

experiencedAlliedHealth; Fishersville (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Augusta Health is seeking an Imaging Patient Assistant to coordinate outpatient changes, escort patients, assist with patient movement, and perform CPR when needed. The role includes screening Imaging patients, handling clerical tasks, and exam prep, with emphasis on consent forms and safety.

The candidate should have a High School Diploma, CPR certification (or willingness to obtain it), and prior hospital or health care experience, along with strong communication skills maintained in a

Qualifications

• CPR certification required or willing to complete approved course.
• Experience working in hospital or health care environment preferred.
• Must possess effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate outpatient changes and escort patients.
• Assist with moving and transporting patients and CPR when necessary.
• Screen Imaging patients and perform clerical and scheduling tasks.
• Ensure appropriate consent forms and exam prep work.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area following safety and confidentiality guidelines.
• Uphold Augusta Health values and professional standards.

Skills

CPR Certification

Effective Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Description:

Imaging Patient Assistant (IA's) performs activities as assigned, including coordinating outpatient changing, escorting patients, assisting with moving and transporting patients, and performing CPR when necessary. Assists in screening process of Imaging patients and any clerical and scheduling functions. IA's are responsibility for appropriate consent forms and exam prep work. *Maintains work area in an efficient, organized state, following all safety and confidentiality guidelines. *Maintains high professional standard of conduct and patient care, while exemplifying and promoting Augusta Health values.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience Requirements

• Must be CPR certified or willing to complete an approved course
• Should have experience working in the hospital or health care environment
• Must possess effective communication skills

Equal Opportunity

Augusta Health recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran or military discharge status, and family medical or genetic information.