Radiology Tech Assistant

Lake Charles Memorial Health System; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Health System is seeking a Rad Tech Assistant to support radiology operations. The role involves transporting patients of all ages to the Radiology department, assisting technologists with transfers or ambulation, and preparing patients and equipment for therapy.

Emphasis is on safety, confidentiality, and effective communication with nursing staff. Responsibilities include proper patient identification, logging, obtaining handoff forms, and coordinating with the care team

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• On-the-job training in transfer techniques and basic patient care.
• Basic mathematical skills required.
• Ability to read, write and speak intelligible English.
• Ability to communicate with patients and medical staff.

Responsibilities

• Identify self and patient using two identifiers.
• Log out patient as required.
• Obtain hands-off communication form.
• Communicate with nursing staff after patient returns to room.
• Transport patient safely and consider patient needs.
• Safely obtain, return, and secure oxygen tanks.
• Prepare patients and equipment for therapy.
• Protect patient information and maintain confidentiality.
• Assist technologists with transfers or ambulation to prevent falls.

Skills

Patient transport

Patient safety

Communication

Confidentiality

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

On-the-job transfer training

Basic math skills

Ability to read/write/speak English

Tools

None

Job description

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

• The Rad tech assistant is responsible for providing transportation of patients (ages pediatrics to geriatrics) to the Radiology department; also responsible for assisting technologists in performing transfers or ambulation to prevent falls; preparing patients and equipment for therapy and performing tasks to maintain department in orderly condition.

SUPERVISION: Reports directly to the Advanced MRI Practice Director

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• 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.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• 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.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Work requires light duty lifting and ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.


• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.


• Must be able to exchange accurate information with patients, family, peers and medical personnel.


• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

“Experience Memorial” is more than a slogan, it’s the care we provide our patients and it’s the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated.

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