Radiology Assistant: Growth & Tuition Benefits

Catholic Health Services; West Islip (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Health is seeking a patient transport specialist to support radiology and ER workflows on Long Island. You will move patients to the CT Scanner, transfer on/off exam tables, and communicate with clinicians to clarify orders while maintaining professionalism.

This role requires a High School Diploma or Equivalent, enrollment in a radiology program preferred, and BLS certification. You will also answer phones, arrange transport, and assist technologists in a fast-paced clinical

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Excellent Communication Skills.
• Computer Skills Required.
• Enrolled in an accredited Radiology program; preferred.
• BLS required- America Heart Association

Responsibilities

• Determine appropriateness of examinations and contact physicians to clarify or modify orders when necessary
• Transfer patients on/off exam tables
• Transport patients through the ER to the CT Scanner and/or radiology department
• Answers telephones in a timely manner
• Communicates with professionalism at all times
• For outpatients, check prescriptions to ensure patient demographics are correct, physician signature present, and reason for exam listed
• For inpatients, check requisitions for accuracy, including verify patient identification, physician's signature, and diagnosis.
• Arrange transport
• Assist in procedure rooms
• Update technologists with appointment status (cancelations, changes, etc)

Job description

Catholic Health is seeking a patient transport specialist to support radiology and ER workflows on Long Island. You will move patients to the CT Scanner, transfer on/off exam tables, and communicate with clinicians to clarify orders while maintaining professionalism.

This role requires a High School Diploma or Equivalent, enrollment in a radiology program preferred, and BLS certification. You will also answer phones, arrange transport, and assist technologists in a fast-paced clinical