Radiology Aide- PRN

Holy Cross Health; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Free onsite parking

Referral Rewards Program

Mission-driven workplace

Job summary

Holy Cross Health in Germantown, MD is seeking a part-time Radiology Aide (PRN) to support diagnostic imaging services. You will assist technologists during exams, help patients, perform clerical tasks, and transport patients as needed.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, BLS, and coursework in Medical Terminology; prior radiology exposure is preferred. The role requires flexible schedules and the ability to travel between Trinity Health sites.

Qualifications

• Must possess High School Diploma or GED.
• Enrollment in radiology, nursing, respiratory therapy or related health program preferred.
• Completion of at least one Medical Terminology course preferred.
• Current BLS for healthcare workers.
• Knowledge or past experience in diagnostic radiology preferred.
• Comfortable working in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
• Honesty, integrity and caring to promote Trinity Health values.

Responsibilities

• Assists department technologists in diagnostic exams, including transporting and positioning patients.
• Explains procedures, obtains medical history and prepares exam rooms.
• Assists in transporting Emergency Room and inpatients to exams.
• Comforts Radiology patients during procedures.
• Provides clerical support and communicates with physicians’ offices and staff.
• Fielding calls from patients, offices, and nursing units as needed.
• Makes copies of radiology exams and reports per policies.
• Set priorities and adapt to changing tasks in a potentially stressful environment.
• Able to travel to Trinity Health sites as needed on an emergent basis.
• Comply with Trinity Health policies and procedures.
• Push/pull up to 35 lbs; light-duty options are not available.

Skills

BLS certification

Radiology knowledge

Medical terminology

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Enrollment in radiology or nursing or related health program

Medical Terminology course

Job description

Employment Type:Part timeShift:Rotating ShiftDescription:

Job Title:Radiology Aide

Employment Type:PRN

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.

As a “Radiology Aide” you will:

• 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.

Non-benefit eligible Roles]

**Under 0.3 FTE (16 hours weekly) or per diem roles**

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, educationassistanceand voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospitalindemnityand others) available fromthefirstday of employment.

• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.

• Free onsite parking.

• Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.

• Referral Rewards Program

Position Highlights:

• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.

• Free onsite parking.

• Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.

• Referral Rewards Program

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.

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.