Radiology Support Technician: Patient Transport & Safety

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Health System is seeking a Rad Tech Assistant to support Radiology by transporting patients, assisting with transfers, and preparing equipment for therapy. You will collaborate with technologists to prevent falls and maintain patient safety across ages from pediatrics to geriatrics.

The role requires high school diploma, on-the-job transfer technique training, basic math, and strong communication skills in English; ability to work under stress and protect patient

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have on-the-job training in transfer techniques and basic patient care.
• Basic mathematical skills;
• Ability to read, write and speak intelligible English;
• Ability to communicate with patients, family, peers and medical personnel.
• Ability to maintain positive attitude towards patient;
• Must be able to function under stress caused by emergency situation.

Responsibilities

• Properly identifies self/Properly identifies patient using two identifiers.
• Logs out patient.
• Obtains hands off communication form.
• Communicates with nursing personnel upon patients return to his/her room.
• Transports patient in a safe, friendly manner; aware of their needs.
• Properly obtains, returns, and secures oxygen tanks.
• Prepares patients and equipment for therapy.
• Protects patient information and maintains confidentiality.
• Assists technologists in performing transfers or ambulation to prevent falls.

Skills

Patient transport

Communication

Basic patient care

Safety awareness

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma

On-the-job transfer training

Basic math skills

English proficiency

Communication with medical staff

Job description

Lake Charles Memorial Health System is seeking a Rad Tech Assistant to support Radiology by transporting patients, assisting with transfers, and preparing equipment for therapy. You will collaborate with technologists to prevent falls and maintain patient safety across ages from pediatrics to geriatrics.

The role requires high school diploma, on-the-job transfer technique training, basic math, and strong communication skills in English; ability to work under stress and protect patient