Radiology Aide- PRN

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Free onsite parking

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic is seeking a part-time Radiology Technologist Assistant in Germantown, MD. The role involves assisting radiology technologists in diagnostic exams across x-ray, CT, ultrasound, and nuclear medicine, along with clerical duties and patient transport.

Responsibilities include preparing exam rooms, briefing patients, and coordinating with physicians and staff. The position requires the ability to travel between Trinity Health sites as needed, with a rotating 8-hour

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Enrollment in radiology, nursing, respiratory therapy or other health program preferred.
• Completion of Medical Terminology course preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist department technologists in diagnostic exams including transporting patients and positioning for exams.
• Explain procedures, obtain medical history, and prepare exam rooms and equipment.
• Transport patients to/from exams and assist in ER and inpatient movements as needed.
• Provide comfort to radiology patients and support clerical tasks to improve department productivity.
• Communicate with physicians’ offices and other departments to coordinate care.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Enrollment in radiology/nursing/therapy program

Tools

Medical Terminology course

Job description

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Rotating (8-hour shift, 6 shifts per month)

Location

Germantown

Position Purpose

A Radiology Technologist Assistant performs wide range of patient-centered duties including assisting the technologist during diagnostic exams in general x-ray, CAT Scan, Ultrasound and Nuclear Medicine departments, as assigned or needed. Other duties will include making CDs, greeting patients, fielding telephone calls, and providing professional general communications between all departments, patients, and physicians. Expedites workflow by retrieving and/or transporting patients from other areas of hospital or facility as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assists all department technologists in diagnostic exams. This will include, but not limited to transporting, assisting patients to/from exam tables, and general positioning of patient for exam.
• Assists all department technologists by explaining procedures, obtaining medical history, and setting up exams rooms, including stocking and cleaning and preparing for patients.
• Assists in transporting Emergency Room and inpatients to and from exams rooms.
• Assists in comforting Radiology patients.
• Provides clerical support to assist in enhancing productivity and efficient operation of department and responsible for communicating with physicians’ offices, other departments, employees, nursing, and medical staff.
• Fielding phone calls to department from patients, physicians’ offices, and nursing units as needed.
• Makes copies of radiology exams and radiology reports in accordance with Trinity Health compliance policies and procedures.
• Must be able to set and organize own work priorities, and adapt to them as they change frequently.
• Must be able to work concurrently on a variety of tasks/projects in an environment that may be stressful with individuals having diverse personalities and work styles.
• Must be able to travel to the various Trinity Health sites as needed on an emergent basis.
• Must possess the ability to comply with Trinity Health policies and procedures.
• Be able to push/pull 35lbs, light duty options are not available.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Current enrollment in radiology, nursing, respiratory therapy or other licensed or certified health program preferred.
• Documented completion of minimum of one course in Medical Terminology preferred.
• Current BLS for healthcare workers Knowledge or past experience in diagnostic radiology is preferred which would include a general knowledge of radiology procedures.
• Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
• Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, Mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health.

Pay Range

$17.65 - $22.71 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from the first day of employment.
• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.
• Free onsite parking.
• Under 0.3 FTE (16 hours weekly) or per diem roles

Holy Cross Health

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not‑for‑profit health system that serves the two most populous counties in Maryland, Montgomery and Prince George’s, with a commitment to being the most trusted provider of health‑care services in the area. Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Holy Cross Health is a member of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan. Holy Cross Hospital, in Silver Spring, is one of the largest hospitals in Maryland, and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital is the first hospital in the nation built on a community college campus, enhanced by an educational partnership. The Holy Cross Health Network operates primary‑care practices and affordable health centers, and offers a wide range of innovative, community‑based health and wellness programs. Specialty care, home care and hospice services round out Holy Cross Health’s high‑quality and coordinated continuum of care that aims to improve health and let you live life on your own terms. Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health Overview

Trinity Health is one of the largest not‑for‑profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well‑being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.