Technologist Assistant

Mercy Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in the United States is seeking a patient-focused Imaging Registration Clerk to support the Radiology department. The role involves patient registration, preparation, transportation and monitoring to ensure efficient unit operations.

Responsibilities include communicating across care teams, handling handoffs and utilizing EPIC Registration and PACS systems. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork and reliable participation in on-site MRI workflows with occasional rotating

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work respectfully with patients and hospital staff.

Responsibilities

• Communicate accurate information during handoffs with patients, families and coworkers.
• Ensure necessary information is shared for optimal patient outcomes.
• Assist in phone communications with other departments and providers.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of EPIC Registration, PACS and related software.
• Follow MRI safety and imaging positioning protocols.
• Attend department and hospital meetings and safety trainings.
• Assist the Technologist with ancillary tasks and department upkeep.
• Register patients for imaging procedures and ensure smooth workflow.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Patient interaction

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

EPIC Registration

PACS

Imaging information system

Job description

Work Shift Variable/Rotating Shifts Scheduled Weekly Hours 0

Summary This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by participating in duties directly involved with imaging including registration, patient preparation, transportation, and monitoring patients for the effective utilization of this unit.

Job Duties

• Ensures that all accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed.
• Takes all measures necessary to ensure that the appropriate and involved parties have communicated necessary information in order to allow for the best possible patient outcome.
• Assists in phone communication with other departments and providers.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of EPIC Registration, PACS, and other computer software programs as assigned.
• Demonstrates proper safety technique with imaging/positioning equipment.
• Participates in department/hospital meetings, and activities per department guidelines.
• Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, and specific job-related hazards.
• Assists the Technologist with ancillary tasks.
• Maintains cleanliness of equipment and department.
• Utilizes and follows proper Isolation Practices.
• Registers patients for imaging procedures.
• Contributes to the efficient operation of the department ensuring the quality and continuity of patient care.
• Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.

Department Specific Duties

• MRI: Maintains up to date MRI Level I safety and compliance knowledge specific to MRI safety regulations.
• Understands and complies with all MRI safety regulations.
• Obtains patient safety checklist and reviews results with the MRI Level II Technologist.
• Transports patients for the Radiology department, including ED, Ancillary departments and the nursing floors.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written skills to facilitate communication with medical and technical personnel.
• Ability to deal efficiently and courteously with all hospital personnel.
• Competent with Imaging registration, department information system and EPIC system.
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment.

Professional Experience

No previous experience required.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Licensure, Certification, Registration

• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), in accordance with the American Heart Association required.
• Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter training required.
• Employee must submit certification of completed training to Human Resources prior to start or transfer date.

Physical Requirements

Medium: Exert 20-50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or 10-15 lbs. of force frequently.

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.

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