Radiology Tech Assistant - Part Time

Jupiter Medical Center; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Jupiter Medical Center is seeking a Radiology Tech Assistant to support patient care in the radiology department. The role includes assisting with patient intake, proper positioning for exams, and transporting patients to and from the imaging area under the supervision of a Registered Technologist or Registered Nurse.

Education requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred Health related education or certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required. Health related education or certification is a plus.
• Previous healthcare-related experience is preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant licensure in Florida is preferred.
• American Heart Association BLS for Health Care Provider certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Radiology Technologist and/or Registered Nurse with patient intake and exam preparation.
• Position patients for imaging procedures and discuss exams/preps with patients.
• Assist in transporting patients to and from the exam area and recording history on screening questionnaires.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support patient care in the radiology area.

Skills

Relationship building

Peer support

Emotional intelligence

Integrity

Change & innovation

Effective communication

Diversity & inclusion

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant licensure (Florida preferred)

Job description

Ranked #1 for Safety, Quality and Patient Satisfaction, Jupiter Medical Center is the leading destination for world-class health care in Palm Beach County and the greater Treasure Coast.

Outstanding physicians, state-of-the-art facilities, innovative techniques and a commitment to serving the community enables Jupiter Medical Center to meet a broad range of patient needs. Jupiter Medical Center is the only hospital in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties to receive a 4-star quality and safety rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Education: High school graduate or equivalent. Health related education or certification Experience / Qualifications: Previous experience related experience preferred. Certified Nursing Assistant licensure in the state of Florida preferred. American Heart Association BLS, for Heath Care Provider.

The Radiology Tech Assistant performs specific tasks supporting the delivery of patient care in the assigned area. Works under the direction of a Registered Technologist and/or Registered Nurse. Assists with receiving patient in the exam room, proper positioning of patients for exams, discussing exams and preps with patients. Assists in the transport of patients to and from the designated exam area. Assists Technologist on recording patient history on screening questionnaire. Performs other duties as assigned.

Team Member Competencies

• Establishing Relationships Builds effective networks, working relationships, and alliances in order to collaborate effectively within department and organization.
• Can relate to all kinds of people regardless of background; find topics and common interests that can be used to build rapport with others.
• Peer Support Provides guidance and feedback to help others strengthen knowledge/skills needed to accomplish tasks, solve problems, and perform effectively within the team.
• Inspiring and Motivating Others Fosters commitment and cohesiveness by facilitating cooperation and working as a team within the organization toward goal accomplishments. Work well with others, build consensus, and ensure cooperation to complete tasks and positive workflow.
• Demonstrating Emotional Intelligence Exercises self-leadership, self-awareness, and self-regulation; manages emotions so that they are expressed appropriately; leads others by showcasing adaptability, empathy, and social skills.
• Acting with Integrity Interacts with others in a way that is seen as direct and truthful; ensures confidence in individual and organizational motives and representations. Acts in a way that is consistent with personal and organizational values by keeping confidence, promises, and commitments. Clearly states goals and beliefs; informs people of their true intentions, does what they say they will do; follows through on commitments.
• Being a Champion for Change and Innovation Supports people in their efforts to try new things. Things creatively, generates novel and valuable ideas and uses these ideas to develop new or improved processes. Accepts new ways of doing things and adapts to change.
• Communicating Effectively Speaks and writes clearly, conveys information in a concise, organized, and logical manner. Is adept at tailoring the message to fit the interests and needs of the audience. Listens attentively and exercises tact, discretion, and diplomacy when interacting with members of the department and organization.
• Promoting Diversity and Inclusion Treats all people with dignity and respect. Demonstrates an open-minded approach to understanding people regardless of their gender, age, race, national origin, religion, ethnicity, disability status, or other characteristics. Challenge's bias and intolerance. Develops all-inclusive groups in the realms of social interaction and communication. Shows respect for the beliefs of others; encourages and promotes practices that support cultural diversity; discourages behaviors or practices that may be perceived as unfair, biased, or critical toward people with certain backgrounds.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time. Frequent walking and pushing beds required. Able to work under a stressful environment, work independently, capable of making sound decisions, be detail oriented, alert and self-motivated.

Threshold Requirements

These threshold requirements are required and completed yearly basis. Annual Joint Commission mandatory education requirements, in-service and health requirements including attendance at new employee orientation. TB/PPD Surveillance Program. Maintenance of required professional licensing and/or certification(s).