About this role
Medical Imaging Tech Assistant
General Summary/Responsibilities:
Provides transport services to patients of all ages to and from all referral points within the hospital. Assist staff technologists in the performance of their technical and non-technical functions including room turnover, stocking, and inventory management. May be responsible for image reproduction using CDs/Film for patients, physicians and radiologists. Responsible for creating and maintaining a positive impression of Premier Health by proactively approaching, greeting, and acknowledging all customers in a friendly, professional manner and providing quick and responsive customer service. Maintains equipment in good working condition. May perform clerical duties or assist in other areas based on departmental needs
§ Managing in a Changing Environment, Engaging the Workforce, and Managing & Improving Individual Performance for Management Staff.
§ Performs in such a way to honor our values of Respect, Integrity, Compassion, and Excellence.
§ Provides a positive and professional representation of the organization.
§ Promotes a culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention.
§ Maintains hospital standards for a clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experience.
§ Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or practice.
§ Adheres to infection prevention policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations.
§ Participates in ongoing quality improvement activities.
§ Maintains compliance with organization’s policies, as well as established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standards.
§ Complies with organizational and regulatory policies for handling confidential patient information.
§ Demonstrates excellent customer service through his/her attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organization.
§ Adheres to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and TJC standards and/or standards from other accrediting bodies.
§ Reports to work as required.
Must be able to push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds
2. May be exposed to aggressive, violent behaviors from patients, family members, and/or visitors
3. May be exposed to blood and body fluids, including those with tuberculosis, HIV, hepatitis, or body infestations
4. Must be able to work under stressful conditions which may occur in emergency situations or with a heavy workload
5. Exposed to ionizing radiation
1.
Escorts/transports
patients of all ages by cart, bed, or wheelchair to and from all referral
points within the hospital. Receives
and routes patients and associated paperwork throughout service areas. 2.
Provides physical
assistance to staff in transfer (lifting)
of patients as needed. 3.
Operates
computerized system to update patient information, identify transportation
needs, and facilitate automated patient tracking. 4.
Assists patients
with personal needs (i.e. ambulation,
restroom, bedpan, etc.). Awareness
of patient condition during transportation and communicates special needs to
nursing or technical staff. 5.
Utilizes effective
communication skills by demonstrating respect, concern, and courtesy in all
internal and external relationships. Provides basic patient care with dignity
and respect for each patient. 6.
Participates in
routine equipment care and cleaning.
Reports faulty, damaged, or lost equipment appropriately. Returns equipment to proper storage area. Rounds for equipment during downtimes. 7.
Follows and
implements safety policies and procedures including Radiation Safety. 8.
Maintains current
inventory of supplies and assist supervisor in ordering supplies and
maintaining supply par levels 9.
Assists
technologists with the turnaround of the procedures rooms including linen
management and cleaning of the equipment.
May assist technologists in preparing patients for tests by getting
patient on and off exam tables. 1.
Escorts/transports
patients of all ages by cart, bed, or wheelchair to and from all referral
points within the hospital. Receives
and routes patients and associated paperwork throughout service areas. 2.
Provides physical
assistance to staff in transfer (lifting)
of patients as needed. 3.
Operates
computerized system to update patient information, identify transportation
needs, and facilitate automated patient tracking. 4.
Assists patients
with personal needs (i.e. ambulation,
restroom, bedpan, etc.). Awareness
of patient condition during transportation and communicates special needs to
nursing or technical staff. 5.
Utilizes effective
communication skills by demonstrating respect, concern, and courtesy in all
internal and external relationships. Provides basic patient care with dignity
and respect for each patient. 6.
Participates in
routine equipment care and cleaning.
Reports faulty, damaged, or lost equipment appropriately. Returns equipment to proper storage area. Rounds for equipment during downtimes. 7.
Follows and
implements safety policies and procedures including Radiation Safety. 8.
Maintains current
inventory of supplies and assist supervisor in ordering supplies and
maintaining supply par levels 9.
Assists
technologists with the turnaround of the procedures rooms including linen
management and cleaning of the equipment.
May assist technologists in preparing patients for tests by getting
patient on and off exam tables.
Provides transport services to patients of all ages to and from
all referral points within the hospital.
Assist staff technologists in the performance of their technical and
non-technical functions including room turnover, stocking, and inventory
management. May be responsible for
image reproduction using CDs/Film for patients, physicians and
radiologists. Responsible for creating
and maintaining a positive impression of Premier Health by proactively
approaching, greeting, and acknowledging all customers in a friendly,
professional manner and providing quick and responsive customer service. Maintains
equipment in good working condition. May perform clerical duties or assist in other areas based on departmental needs.
§ Proficient in Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
§ Applicable computer applications
Education Required: High School Completion/ GED
Licensure/Certification/Registration: CPR Certification within 30 days of hire
Experience: Prefer one year experience in medical/patient care environment
Other facts
About Premier Health
Based in Dayton, Ohio, Premier Health’s mission is We care. We teach. We innovate. We Serve. Home to the nation’s 31st largest hospital, the region’s only adult Level I trauma center and the largest locally based clinical laboratory, Premier Health continues to build upon a more than 130-year legacy of providing clinical excellence and compassionate care to friends and neighbors across Southwest Ohio. The health system offers award-winning care at five hospital sites: Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton with additional inpatient sites at Miami Valley Hospital South in Centerville and Miami Valley Hospital North in Englewood; Atrium Medical Center in Middletown; and Upper Valley Medical Center in Miami County. In addition, Premier Health provides a comprehensive range of care choices at its eight emergency departments, eight Urgent Care locations, and more than 130 outpatient locations and affiliated primary care and specialty physician offices, as well as home health, mental health, and substance abuse services.
What you'll do
- The Medical Imaging Tech Assistant provides transport services to patients and assists staff technologists with various technical and non-technical functions. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, ensuring a positive patient experience, and adhering to safety and infection prevention protocols.
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