Radiology Tech Assistant | PRN

Lake Charles Memorial Health System; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Health System in Lake Charles, LA is seeking a Rad Tech Assistant to support the Radiology department by transporting patients from pediatrics to geriatrics, assisting technologists with transfers or ambulation, and preparing patients and equipment for therapy.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, on-the-job transfer techniques training, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• On-the-job training in transfer techniques and basic patient care.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to read, write and speak intelligible English.
• Ability to communicate with patients, family, peers and medical personnel.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude toward patients and work under stress.

Responsibilities

• Identify self and patient using two identifiers.
• Log out patient and obtain hand-off communication.
• Transport patient to Radiology department safely and in a friendly manner.
• Assist technologists in transfers or ambulation to prevent falls.
• Prepare patients and equipment for therapy.
• Protect patient confidentiality and information.
• Return and secure oxygen tanks when needed.

Skills

Patient transport

Interpersonal communication

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

On-the-job training in transfer techniques and basic patient care

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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