Radiology Assistant Per Diem AH Overlook

Atlantic Health System; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health System is seeking a radiology support professional to perform patient assessments and manage select diagnostic imaging procedures under a Radiologist's supervision. The role includes responding to patient questions with confidentiality and providing essential film library and clerical support for the department.

The incumbent will generate preliminary image evaluations, verify prescriptions, perform courteous fluoroscopy exams, and handle related paperwork.

Qualifications

• Performs patient assessments and management under radiologist guidance.
• Maintains confidentiality about diagnosis and answers patient questions.
• Provides film library and clerical support for the department.

Responsibilities

• Generate preliminary image report evaluations and bone density exams under supervision.
• Obtain and review accuracy of patient prescriptions prior to exams.
• Provide courteous fluoroscopy procedures/exams to patients.
• Complete all paperwork related to technical procedures.
• Assist with transporting patients for testing and transfers.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient assessment

Patient management

Exam procedures

Confidentiality

Patient questions handling

Job description

Responsible for performing patient assessments, patient management, and select exam procedures in an out-patient diagnostic imaging environment under direct guidance and supervision of a Radiologist. Responds to patient questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and processes while maintaining appropriate confidentiality about diagnosis. Provides film library and clerical support for the department.

Principal Accountabilities:

• 1. Generates preliminary image report evaluations, interventional studies, and bone density exams for the supervising Radiologist.
• 2. Obtains and reviews accuracy of patient's prescriptions prior to performing exams.
• 3. Provides courteous and professional fluoroscopy procedures/exams to all incoming patients.
• 4. Completes all paperwork associated with technical procedures.
• 5. Responds to Physician's questions and needs regarding patient procedures.
• 6. Transports patients safely from one area of the hospital to another for diagnostic testing, room transfers, or other needs.
• 7. Performs other related duties as assigned.