State College, Pennsylvania
White Plains, New York
Posted: 04-Mar-25
Location: Bend, Oregon
Categories:
Internal Number: R1019287
ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Radiology Assistant / Transporter
REPORTS TO POSITION: Radiology Supervisor or Manager
DEPARTMENT: Radiology
DATE LAST REVIEWED: July 2024
OUR VISION: Creating Americas healthiest community, together
OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value
OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring, and Teamwork
DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: St. Charles Health Systems Diagnostic Imaging Departments perform X-Ray, Ultrasound, CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, and PET/CT exams in a variety of locations.We work closely with our partners at Cascade Medical Imaging to meet the imaging needs of our community and to support the ED, OR, Inpatient Floors, and Family Birthing Center.
POSITION OVERVIEW: The Radiology Assistant / Transporter, at St. Charles Health System, provides transportation of patients to and from the Radiology Services Department, as requested with careful consideration for the patients experience and condition. This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
Follows established department procedures to accurately verify and transport the proper patient by visually checking patient identification and verifying with nursing staff.
Transports patients to and from radiology, ED and inpatient areas via wheelchair, bed or gurney. Assists patient in and out of bed using proper patient care and lifting techniques. Assists technologists with patient movement and positioning.
Observes patient and equipment during transport and reports unusual occurrences and records patients condition to sending and/or receiving clinical staff.
Comforts patients and families offering support and encouragement with the goal of alleviating anxiety and fear surrounding the Radiology process. Informs those accompanying the patient regarding waiting areas, expected timelines, and procedures.
Aids with non-patient transport including but not limited to laboratory specimens, beds, and CDs.
Maintains safe and clean radiology transport equipment.
Safely handles medical equipment including IV pumps and poles, oxygen tanks, patient charts, monitors and other equipment.
Assists with Radiology Clerical duties as requested. Stocks lines and supplies.
Follows safety protocols and infection control guidelines when transporting patient and equipment.
Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects.
Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, supporting the organizations corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
Utilizes AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank) to prepare patients for procedures by creating an environment where the patients feel comfortable and communicated with regarding the experience in Radiology.
Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient, and accurate.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
EDUCATION:
Required: High school diploma or GED.
Preferred: N/A
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:
Required: N/A
Preferred: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification. BLS Certification is REQUIRED within six (6) months of hire.
EXPERIENCE:
Required: N/A
Preferred: Six (6) months hospital patient transport experience. Customer service experience.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Category: Patient Care Level #3
Continually (75% or more): Standing and walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.
Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling 1-25 pounds. The use and operation of a motor vehicle for
Home Health and Wound Caregivers.
Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, climbing ladder/stepstool (varies by area), reaching overhead, lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling 25-50 pounds, grasping/squeezing, ability to hear whispered speech level.
Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs.
Never (0%): Climbing ladder/stepstool (varies by area), operation of a motor vehicle.
Exposure to Elemental Factors
Rarely (10%): Wet/slippery area, chemical solution.
Never (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface.
Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category
Risk for Exposure to BBP
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Schedule Weekly Hours:
40Caregiver Type:
RegularShift:
First Shift (United States of America)Is Exempt Position?
NoJob Family:
ASSISTANT RADIOLOGYScheduled Days of the Week:
As Scheduled (may include weekends and holidays)Shift Start & End Time:
variable
