Imaging Technologist Assistant PRN

AdventHealth; Altamonte Springs (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as an Imaging Technologist Assistant, where you will play a crucial role in supporting the imaging department. This position emphasizes patient care, safety, and effective communication within a community-focused environment. You will assist technologists in various tasks, ensuring a smooth workflow and adherence to safety protocols. With opportunities for career development and a commitment to the well-being of both staff and patients, this role offers a fulfilling career path in a supportive atmosphere. Embrace the chance to contribute to a team dedicated to uplifting the community's health and spirit.

Benefits

Career Development

Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• High School Grad or GED is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assists technologists in positioning patients for radiology procedures.
• Communicates with nursing staff and transports patients safely.

Skills

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Basic Computer Skills

Conversational English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Imaging Technologist Assistant

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: PRN

Shift : 3p-11p - MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY

Location: 601 East Altamonte Drive, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701

The community you’ll be caring for: AdventHealth Altamonte Springs

• Located north of Orlando in the community of Altamonte Springs, our facility is consistently named “Best Hospital” for overall quality, reputation, doctors and nurses by local residents

• As the largest satellite campus within the AdventHealth system, AdventHealth Altamonte has been providing state-of-the-art healthcare to the community since 1973

• The 398-bed hospital cares for more than 168,000 patients a year. We are proud to be revolutionizing health care with visionary leadership and world-class resources

The role you’ll contribute:

Assists technologists and provides support for the imaging department.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Assists technologists in positioning patients for radiology procedures

• Follows radiation/magnetic field safety procedures and guidelines

• Assists with room turnover and restocking of supplies

• Informs patient of their destination. Communicates with Monitor techs and Nursing staff when transporting patients. Identifies patient whereabouts on patient transport logs. Communicates with requesting department of any delays and cancellations

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills for age-specific factors necessary to effectively treat and care for patients of all ages (neonate/infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatrics)

• Ensures equipment is clean and functioning properly before/after each transport

• Demonstrates appropriate use of PPE

• Identifies safety issues, intervenes and notifies supervisor. Operates equipment in a safe manner and adheres to all infection control standards

• May transport pharmaceutical waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area. Employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling pharmaceutical waste) to include proper handling and transport of pharmaceutical waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment

• Maintains a knowledge and understanding of process improvement initiatives for the department

• Attends all meetings and seminars as instructed by department director/manager

• Escorts/transports patients between clinical areas and verifies patient identities, according to policies and procedures

• Performs other duties as assigned

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

Basic Life Support (BLS) - CPR Cert

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

High School Grad or GED

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE STRONGLY PREFERRED:

• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry
• Ability to multitask
• Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

• Associate's degree

• One year of technical experience