Radiology Assistant

Jobtailor; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Akron, OH is seeking a Radiology Support Assistant to review x-ray requisitions, greet patients, and help position them for exams. You will escort patients, ensure comfort and safety, and assist with daily living tasks as needed.

Canditates should be enrolled in a radiologic technology program and have at least one year of related experience in a clinical setting. The role requires standing, lifting up to 50 pounds, and the ability to operate radiology systems and transport orders

Qualifications

• Enrollment in Radiologic Technology Program from an approved school.
• One year of related experience in a physician office, hospital or clinical setting involving patient care or customer service.
• Requires standing and walking for extended periods; must lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to assist with positioning and transporting patients, i.e., pushing beds, stretchers and wheelchairs.
• Requires the ability to maneuver equipment and motor coordination to operate equipment.

Responsibilities

• Review x-ray requisition and computer exam forms to determine the type of x-ray required.
• Greet patients and families upon arrival at the radiology area.
• Escort patients to the appropriate room and assist patients with putting on a gown and moving on/off the table.
• Ensure physical comfort and safety of the patient.
• Observe patients for medical status and potential need of nursing care, physician care, oxygen or other care and quickly obtain proper assistance.
• Review x-ray requisition and computer exam forms to determine the type of x-ray required.
• Assure x-ray rooms are clean and equipped with appropriate supplies and equipment for each patient.
• Place transport orders from radiology to floors and units.
• Process orders in the radiology information system, including scheduling, tracking exams and films.
• Process downtime and transport orders.
• Take films to the appropriate area for film library processing and deliver films to requesting areas.
• Assist patients with daily living activities, including bedpans or in the washroom.

Skills

Patient care

Medical terminology

Mobility and lifting

Equipment maneuvering

X-ray requisitions review

Education

Enrollment in Radiologic Technology Program

Tools

RIS

PACS

Job description

• Support fellow caregivers in providing essential treatments by reviewing x-ray requisitions
• Examine computer exam forms
• Determine the appropriate tests and transport films to the library
• Greet patients and families upon arrival at the radiology area
• Escort patients to the appropriate room and assist patients with putting on a gown and moving on/off the table
• Ensure physical comfort and safety of the patient
• Observe patients for medical status and potential need of nursing care, physician care, oxygen or other care and quickly obtain proper assistance
• Review x-ray requisition and computer exam forms to determine the type of x-ray required
• Assure x-ray rooms are clean and equipped with appropriate supplies and equipment for each patient
• Place transport orders from radiology to floors and units
• Process orders in the radiology information system, including scheduling, tracking exams and films
• Process downtime and transport orders
• Take films to the appropriate area for film library processing and deliver films to requesting areas
• Assist patients with daily living activities, including bedpans or in the washroom.

Requirements

• Enrollment in a Radiologic Technology Program from an approved school
• One year of related experience in a physician office, hospital or clinical setting involving patient care or customer service
• Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time; must lift and carry items weighting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to assist with positioning and transporting patients, i.e., pushing beds, stretchers and wheelchairs.
• Requires the ability to maneuver equipment and motor coordination to operate equipment.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in patient care and support within a radiology setting, including proficiency in handling x-ray requisitions and ensuring patient comfort and safety. Capable of operating radiology information systems and managing transport orders effectively.