Radiology Patient Care II Assistant

Park Nicollet Health Services; Wayzata (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Park Nicollet Health Services is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) in Radiology to support patient preparation, during and after imaging exams. You will work to create a safe, caring experience and communicate clearly with the radiology team to ensure smooth transitions.

The role emphasizes strong patient rapport, basic office skills, and CPR certification. The team values teamwork, safety, and quality care in Minnesota.

Qualifications

• Must obtain CPR (Basic Life Support) certification once in position.
• Strong clinical and human relations skills.
• Basic knowledge of office duties and equipment.
• Understanding of age-related growth and development to provide appropriate service and safety.
• Proficiency with telephone, fax, basic computer/keyboard skills, Epic, PACS and copy machine.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with preparation for exam, during and after exam.
• Establish positive rapport with patients and explain what to expect at each step.
• Communicate with radiology team to assure smooth transitions in care.
• May assist the technologist or radiologist with basic patient care.
• Perform general clerical tasks to ensure efficiency during imaging exams and services.

Skills

Strong clinical and human relations

Office duties and equipment knowledge

Age-related growth and development

Telephone, fax, computer skills, Epic,

Job description

Job Description

Park Nicollet Radiology team member’s partner with providers to ensure that each patient has a safe, caring experience. We value teamwork and partnering because it promotes safety, quality, and caring for everyone we work with. Working within Park Nicollet Radiology means you make a difference every single day!

Schedule

1.0 FTE / 40 weekly: Monday through Friday 8am -4:30 pm. May include evenings, weekends, holidays or call.

Patient Care Assistants (PCA) will utilize a broad base of skills in basic patient care, to assist patients with preparation for exam, during and/or after exam. PCA will establish positive rapport with patients, explaining what they should expect during each step of care. All interactions will be handled in a professional, caring, courteous and safe manner to ensure quality care. PCA will communicate with all other radiology team members to assure positive transitions in care. PCA may assist the technologist or radiologist in the performance of basic patient care.

Perform general clerical tasks within the department to ensure efficiency during the patient’s radiology imaging exams and services.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination: NA
• Licensure/ Registration/ Certification: Must obtain CPR (Basic Life Support) certification once in position.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Strong clinical and human relations skills.
  • Basic knowledge of office duties and equipment.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of age-related growth and development principles necessary to provide appropriate service and assure safety of patients.
  • Proven proficiency in the operation of the following: Telephone, Fax Machine, Basic computer/keyboard skills, Epic, PACS and Copy Machine.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:
  • Previous office experience in a health care environment preferred.
  • Previous patient care experience in medical environment preferred.
• Licensure/ Registration/ Certification: NA
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • NA

About Us

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed To Support Your Total Health

As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.