Technical Assistant

University Health System- San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health System- San Antonio is seeking a radiology support professional who assists radiology technologists, ensures patient safety, and enhances patient experience. The role requires a high school diploma, with enrollment in a radiology technologist program (or nursing aide program) and CPR certification.

Prior radiology exposure is preferred. The position emphasizes clinical coursework, patient transport and safety, and guest relations, contributing to smooth radiology workflows and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrollment in Radiology Technologist program with at least one semester of clinical coursework completed OR completion of a recognized nursing attendant/aide program OR six months experience as a nursing attendant, patient transporter or other related health care experience may be a substitute.
• Experience in a radiology working environment is preferred, with knowledge of safety issues.

Responsibilities

• Assists the radiology technologist in various areas of the radiology department to expedite patient procedures.
• Demonstrates understanding of procedures, work processes and safety issues in the assigned area; provides excellent customer service.
• Supports the Guest Relations Program to promote patient experience at University Health System.

Skills

Patient safety awareness

Customer service oriented

Radiology department support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrollment in Radiology Technologist program (1 semester clinical)

Nursing attendant/aide program completion

Six months health care experience

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrates an understanding of all procedures performed, a thorough understanding of all work processes and safety issues in specific assigned area, and possesses excellent customer service initiatives. Recognizes patient's physical limitation and provides appropriate support to assure patient's safety. Helps to expedite patient's procedures by assisting the radiology technologist in any area of the radiology department. Promotes the University Health System’s Guest Relations Program.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent experience required. Enrollment in a Radiology Technologist program with at least one semesters of clinical coursework completed OR completion of a recognized nursing attendant/aide program OR six months experience as a nursing attendant, patient transporter or other related health care experience may be a substitute. Experience in a radiology working environment is preferred, with knowledge of safety issues.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
Current AHA Healthcare Provider CPR certification is required.