RADIOLOGY TECH AIDE

Mmhealth; Batesville, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Mmhealth in Batesville, IN is seeking a Hospital Radiology Support role to assist with patient transport, exam area setup, and clerical tasks under the supervision of licensed staff.

The role emphasizes patient care support, equipment prep, and inventory management while ensuring patient privacy and safety in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in medical/insurance processes is preferred.
• Ability to operate hospital computers and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam areas, equipment and supplies.
• Assist patients under supervision of licensed technologist.
• Transport patients within the hospital and maintain patient safety and privacy.
• Protect patient information per HIPAA and handle sensitive data appropriately.
• Maintain cleanliness and stock levels in the department.
• Support department meetings and inventory management as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Imaging setup basics

Medical/insurance knowledge

Computer & equipment operation

Education

High School diploma

Job description

New Main Campus
1155 State Road 229 North
Batesville, IN 470068701, USA

New Main Campus
1155 State Road 229 North
Batesville, IN 470068701, USA

Location/Department: Hospital - Radiology

24/pp

Job Summary:

Supports the department by preparing exam areas, equipment, & materials. Assists with patient care under the direction of a licensed technologist. Provides clerical & office support as well as maintains inventory/supplies. Primarily responsible for patient transportation within the hospital.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Protects visual & other access to patient specific & other confidential information from public view-including computer screens.
• Removes &/or shreds patient specific or other confidential information as per policy.
• Passwords are never disclosed & computers are locked when not in use.
• Reports sentinel events or adverse drug reactions or incidents as warranted.
• Uses only approved abbreviations.
• Understands patient safety goals & actions taken.
• Reports to manager potential infectious diseases that may/may not compromise patient or team member health. Washes hands when soiled or contaminated.
• Uses 2 patient identifiers before giving treatments, illustrates process.
• Demonstrates awareness of patient rights.
• Uses respect & dignity when dealing with death & dying.
• Assist patients to & from the department.
• Assist with exams when needed under the direction of the technologist.
• Assist with setting up or removing equipment modalities.
• Assist with patient transfers or positioning as needed utilizing proper body mechanics.
• Assist with preparing patient for exams by the technologist.
• Prep room or treatment area for next patient.
• Keep area clean & safe for patients & staff.
• Assists all modalities with patient care as requested.
• Determines call direction in an accurate, efficient & friendly manner.
• Takes accurate messages & delivers in a timely manner.
• Orchestrates effective communication over multiple phone lines for both incoming & outgoing calls.
• Retrieves/handles voicemail messages as appropriate in a timely manner.
• Protects patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Check patient charges for accuracy.
• Utilize proper infection control practices to prevent the spread of communicable diseases. Such practices include proper hand washing, proper disposal of tissue, disinfecting equipment as needed, & cleansing of phone & other equipment with antiseptic cleanser as needed.
• Cleans equipment after patient use & according to policy.
• Maintains cleanliness of department as required.
• Cleans exam rooms in a safe & efficient manner.
• Takes inventory, orders & stocks department with linens & supplies.
• Participates in departmental improvement projects as appropriate.
• Actively participates in departmental meetings.
• Stocks rooms with appropriate supplies as requested.
• Takes responsibility for ordering & maintaining supplies & equipment as requested (patient supplies, clinical items.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong customer service skills, communicates well with others.
• Able to problem solve & multi-task.\
• Demonstrates flexibility in switching job tasks from clerical to patient support.
• Basic knowledge of setting up imaging modalities.
• Prior medical/insurance experience preferred.
• Able to operate computer & hospital equipment.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year relevant work experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent walking, standing, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, & use of hands
• Able to frequently lift over 50 lbs

Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

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Motivations

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Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

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