Radiology Tech Extender II - PRN

University Hospitals; Chardon (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

University Hospitals in Ohio invites applications for Radiology Tech Extender II - PRN. You will assist Radiologic Technologists, prepare patients, and perform clerical tasks while adhering to safety protocols including MRI and radiation safety guidelines.

The role requires enrollment in a Radiologic Technology program, basic patient care skills, and effective communication to support a diverse patient population. PRN status offers exposure across imaging modalities and collaborative teamwork.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Active enrollment in Radiologic Technology program.
• 1+ years of service-related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Radiologic Technologist by completing basic patient assessments.
• Facilitate patient care including lifting, transport, and monitoring.
• Assist with Radiology computer information and data entry including PACS system.
• Ensure the adequate availability of procedural supplies to include ordering and stocking items.
• Follow hospital initiatives to meet patient satisfaction goals.
• Follow MRI and radiation safety policies and procedures.
• Communicate with health care team to coordinate patient care.
• Register and check in patients.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic patient care

Effective communication

Multigenerational interaction

Organizational skills

PHI handling/compliance

Patient assessment basics

Operate equipment

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Currently enrolled in Radiologic Technology program

Tools

PACS

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

PACS system

Nurse call system

Job description

Job Description - Radiology Tech Extender II - PRN (260009ZT)

Radiology Tech Extender II - PRN - ( 260009ZT )

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

• Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required Upon Hire)

Physical Demands

• Standing Frequently
• Walking Frequently
• Sitting Rarely
• Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Balancing Occasionally
• Stooping Frequently
• Kneeling Frequently
• Crouching Frequently
• Crawling Occasionally
• Reaching Frequently
• Handling Frequently
• Grasping Frequently
• Feeling Constantly
• Talking Constantly
• Hearing Constantly
• Repetitive Motions Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Travel Requirements

• 10%