Radiology Assistant

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Alabama seeks a Radiology Assistant to support the patient care team in routine and non-complex tasks. This role assists in the imaging process, collaborates with technologists, physicians, RNs and LPNs, and coordinates with registration to ensure smooth operations.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of a nursing assistant program or related clinical rotation, with BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of body mechanics and basic safety.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in routine and non-complex aspects of patient care in radiology.
• Support operations of the unit and facilitate efficient modality workflow.
• Collaborate with technologists, physicians, RNs and LPNs in patient care.

Skills

Body mechanics

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma

Nursing Assistant Program

Job description

Highlights: Summary

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

The Radiology Assistant shall serve as a supportive member of the patient care team who assists in routine and non-complex aspects of patient care and other duties to support the operations of the unit. The Assistant is responsible for facilitating the efficient operation of the assigned modality through demonstration of consistent organizational and communication skills. Additionally, this position shall assist Technologists, Physicians, RNs, and LPNs in the patient care process. The Assistant will work in collaboration with registration. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education / Experience: High School diploma or equivalent required. Graduate from a certified Nursing Assistant Program or a Health Occupations Program (HOSA) or completion of first clinical rotation as a Nursing student (completion of 'Nursing Fundamentals' course) or 1 year of experience in a patient care role in an acute care, nursing home, imaging center, or home care setting required.

License / Certification: BLS required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of body mechanics and basic safety, principles of physical care and comfort.
• Medical terminology training preferred.
• Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements: Position requires sitting for 20% of the workday and mobility 80% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 25 pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Much exposure to computer work. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.

Primary Location: Baptist Medical Center South

Job: Radiology Assistant

Job Type: Regular-Full time

Shift: 7 on / 7 off - First Shift (United States of America)

Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers in the state of Alabama.