Radiology Assistant-PD

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

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Tuition assistance

Pension plan

Job summary

Catholic Health’s Good Samaritan University Hospital on Long Island seeks a patient transport and radiology support assistant to help move patients between the ER, exam rooms, and the CT scanner.

A high school diploma, excellent communication, and basic computer skills are required. Enrollment in an accredited radiology program is preferred, and BLS certification is required.

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).

Skills

Excellent Communication Skills

Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Enrolled in an accredited Radiology program; preferred

Job description

Overview

By growing in every aspect of patient experience and quality, Catholic Health is becoming the most preferred choice on Long Island. From the bedside to the exam room to training and safety and every human moment in between — we’re dedicated to providing better care for our communities. Every patient. Every moment. That’s what it means to be dedicated to better.

A member of Catholic Health, Good Samaritan University Hospital, is a non-profit 537- bed (including 100 nursing home beds) teaching hospital and a member of Catholic Health. With almost 900 physicians on staff, and a level I Trauma Center, we care for well over 100,000 patients annually across the south shore of Long Island. Our reputation for excellence is built on great choices and empowered leadership, and fosters a team that is focused on evidence based practice, continual learning and exceptional quality of care.

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).

Requirements

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

Salary Range

USD $22.88 - USD $22.88 /Hr. This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits. At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.