Radiology Assistant FT Days

Baptist Health; Jacksonville (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a Radiology Assistant to support the patient care team and assist in routine imaging-related tasks. The position aims to facilitate efficient operations within the radiology unit and to assist Technologists, Physicians, RNs, and LPNs in patient care.

The role emphasizes collaboration with registration and other departments, with duties that may expand to additional tasks within the scope of the role as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate from a certified Nursing Assistant Program or completion of first clinical rotation as a Nursing student or 1 year of experience in a patient care role.

Responsibilities

• Assist radiology technologists, physicians, RNs and LPNs in the patient care process.
• Support operations of the imaging unit to ensure efficient workflow.
• Collaborate with registration and other teams to facilitate patient care and day-to-day activities.

Skills

Body mechanics

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Medical terminology

Education

High School diploma

Nursing Assistant Program

Job description

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.

Summary

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.

Baptist Health - Central Alabama is the largest healthcare system in the region, offering advanced medical care through multiple facilities and a network of experienced professionals.