Radiology Tech Assistant | PRN

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Health System is seeking a Rad Tech Assistant to transport patients to the Radiology department and assist technologists with transfers or ambulation, ensuring patient safety and comfort. The role requires preparing patients and equipment for therapy and maintaining an orderly department.

The ideal candidate will read, write and speak clear English and work effectively under stress in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 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 a positive attitude towards patient.
• Must be able to function under stress caused by emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Transport patient to Radiology in a safe, friendly manner.
• Identify self and patient using two identifiers.
• Log out patient and obtain hand-off communication.
• Communicate with nursing personnel on patient return to room.
• Assist technologists with transfers or ambulation to prevent falls.
• Prepare patients and equipment for therapy.

Skills

Patient transport

Safety awareness

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

On-the-job transfer techniques training

Job description

• 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 CT Supervisor 1

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

• The physical demands differ according to job responsibilities. Required to stay in a stationary positions as well as ability to move around. The ability to position ones self and/or move equipment is normally required.
• The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and risk or radiation.
• The employee occasionally is exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Occasionally will need to be able to transport items 20 pounds or more.
• Frequently you will be required to move 1-20 pounds. Frequently you will be required to push or pull 20 or more pounds.
• You would continuously be using your hands and finger for positioning different equipment.
• 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.