Radiology Tech Extender II

University Hospitals

Elyria (OH)

On-site

USD 34,000 - 44,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

University Hospitals in Elyria, OH is seeking a PRN Radiology Tech Extender II to support Radiologic Technologists during imaging procedures. You will assist with patient preparation, safety, and clerical tasks while following departmental policies and MRI/radiation safety guidelines.

Active enrollment in an approved radiologic technology program is required, as is basic patient care experience and BLS certification upon hire.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required and enrollment in an approved radiologic technology program.
Currently enrolled radiologic technology student required.
Basic patient care skills required.
BLS certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

Assist with patient assessments and preparation for imaging.
Facilitate patient transport, lifting and monitoring.
Assist with Radiology data entry and PACS-related tasks.
Ensure supplies are stocked and available for procedures.
Follow MRI and radiation safety policies and procedures.
Coordinate patient care with the health care team.
Register and check in patients.

Skills

Basic patient care

Effective communication

Workflow adaptability

Communication skills

Radiologic Technology student

Patient care equipment

PACS/EHR knowledge

Education

High School/GED

Radiologic Technology student

Tools

PACS system

Electronic health records

Job description

Job Description - Radiology Tech Extender II (260008UV)

Radiology Tech Extender II - ( 260008UV )

PRN (as needed)

A Brief Overview

Provides support and assistance to the Radiologic Technologist in caring for patients and family members during the imaging process, completing clerical/computer duties, lifting/transporting of patients, and following hospital and departmental policies, protocols, and SOPs (including Radiation and MRI safety). Employee must be enrolled in an approved imaging program.

What You Will Do

Assists the Radiologic Technologist by completing basic patient assessments including verifying patient orders, completing patient questionnaires, patient preparation and instruction.
Facilitates patient care including, lifting, transport, chaperoning and monitoring of patients.
Assists with Radiology computer information and data entry including PACS system.
Ensures the adequate availability of procedural supplies to include ordering and stocking patient care supply item.
Follows hospital initiatives in order to meet patient satisfaction goals.
Follows MRI and radiation safety policies and procedures.
Communicates with other members of health care team to help coordinate patient care.
Registers and checks in patients.

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education

High School Equivalent / GED (Required) and
Current Student of Radiologic Technology Program (Required)

Work Experience

1+ years Service-related experience (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Basic patient care skills (Required proficiency)
Able to communicate effectively and interact with a diverse population across mutli-generations. (Required proficiency)
Able to organize and adjust to changing workflow and patient care needs. (Required proficiency)
Good communication skills. (Required proficiency)
Student of Radiologic Technology Program (Required proficiency)
Patient care equipment specific to assigned population; telephone; nurse call system; pager, computers (Required proficiency)
Knowledge of PAC system and electronic health records (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications