What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tech Assistant- Radiology position at AnMed?
I. SUMMARY OF POSITION PURPOSE
Transports patients of any age to and from the Radiology department utilizing safe transportation methods. Assists Technologist in various areas of Radiology.
II. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Transports patients of any age to and from the Radiology department following appropriate protocol.
- Maintains patient records
- Monitors RIS daily log for workflow
- Prepares radiology requests for procedure by gathering correct information from RIS.
- Completes procedures in RIS
- Calls stat reports to referring physicians upon request.
- Assist Technologist with patients in various areas of Radiology including portables.
- Collects supplies from Pharmacy and stocks in appropriate areas.
- Performs clerical duties at imaging reception as required.
- Transports contrast media and non-narcotic medication upon request.
- Responsibilities:
- Contributes to the achievement of excellence in healthcare by demonstrating a thorough knowledge of the mission and values of AnMed.
- Demonstrates courteous behavior through polite and respectful communication with all co-workers and guests.
- Recognizes when others are in need of assistance and consistently offers to help when own workload permits or finds someone who can.
- Promotes a professional image by adhering to the established dress code.
- Demonstrates cost effectiveness in the use of supplies and equipment as indicated by minimum wastage of supplies.
- Contributes to the time management of the department by being punctual to work and on assignments according to the hospital standards.
- Demonstrates the importance of wearing employee identification badges.
- Ensures own health status as demonstrated by timely compliance with all hospital health and safety policies.
- Demonstrates competency in the use of RIS/PACS, and any other information system as required.
- · Understands and adheres to departmental policies and procedures related to specific job function; acts as resource to other staff and new personnel.
- Participates in professional development by maintaining clinical competency and completes mandatory AnMed and departmental in-services. Maintains continuing education credits as required by governing board if applicable.
- Participates in continuous quality improvement program.
- Practices proper body mechanics.
- Maintains cleanliness in work area.
- Maintains patient confidentially and is aware of patient rights.
- Keeps immediate supervisor informed of any unusual concerns.
- Participates in special projects as requested by supervisor, manager, director, and/or radiologist.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned.
III. EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma or GED equivalency required
- Experience in a healthcare setting helpful but not essential
