What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Assistant III position at Inland Imaging Clinical Associates?
The Patient Care Assistant is a Part Time position, working Saturdays and Sundays at Sacred Heart Medical Center from 7:30am-8:00pm. This position is eligible for a $3.00 an hour weekend differential
Summary: To assist the radiologists and technologists to obtain the highest quality studies and to effect the most efficient workflow in the department.
The Patient Care Assistant must be able to: work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced environment in meeting continual deadlines; handle multiple priorities with constant interruptions; be highly organized to meet deadlines. Organizational skills are essential. Interacts with the radiologists, other departments within Inland Imaging, patients and family members and outside contacts. Excellent written, verbal and personal communication skills; be tactful and diplomatic; and be highly confidential is required. Makes decisions regarding daily work priorities and other decisions based on company policies and procedures.
Essential Duties / Responsibilities:
- May transport patients to/from inpatient department or Emergency Room to/from Inland Imaging department.
- Escort patients to exam rooms and instruct patient in the appropriate preparation for exam
- Maintain clean, well stocked exam and dressing rooms
- Arranges images in the proper presentation state.
- Pulls/requests previous studies and reports if needed
- Assist scheduling department with scheduling patients and call backs as needed
- Monitor quality control for processors
- Assist Technologists with patients as needed
- Rotate to other shifts and locations as needed
- May assist Physician with fluoroscopic exams
- This position may be required to work in a hospital, urgent care or clinical setting.
- Performs other duties as assigned
General Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality within the Inland Imaging companies and Inland’s customers.
- Honest, pleasant manner and good personal hygiene.
- Free of alcohol and drug abuse.
- Valid state driver’s license and proof of insurance.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Detail oriented; ability to multi-task; organized and able to work in a fast paced environment.
- Demonstrates self-directed learning and participation in continuing education through professional journals, approved seminars, etc.
- Ability to consider individual needs in communication with and assessment and treatment of patients of all ages.
- Adheres to departmental standards and personnel policies by demonstrating professional demeanor in conduct and appearance.
- Follows company departmental standards and personnel policies by using good teamwork and communication skills to help identify concerns and solutions, assisting where needed to ensure a smooth functioning department.
- Follows all Health and Safety policies and guidelines of Inland Imaging or its partners depending on work location.
- Performs other duties as required by displaying team spirit and self-growth, accepting and performing other projects and responsibilities, and requesting other projects and responsibilities.
- Rotates to other shifts and locations as needed.
- Attendance is required for this position.
Advocacy:
Treats all patients and coworkers with dignity and respect Provides excellent customer service Conforms to Joint Commission and HIPAA regulations Complies with PHI (Protected Health Information) Demonstrates the Inland Imaging Core Values
- Show We Care, Do The Right Thing, Maximize Individual Potential, Always Aim Higher
Qualifications:
- Education: High School Diploma/GED required
- Experience: One year minimum experience in the medical field
- Anatomy and medical terminology preferred.
- Medical office experience preferred.
- Understanding of procedures to be read by radiologist preferred.
- Licensure: No licensure required
- Certifications: None required
- Computer Skills: Experience with the following computer applications is highly desired: Outlook; Kronos; Replicon; Imagecast; Stentor; IDXterm; Flowcast; Allscripts; Intranet, EPIC and Medicalis
Nuvodia/Inland is an EEO employer.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $19.93 - $29.90 per hour
Expected hours: 24 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Paid sick time
- Paid training
Physical Setting:
- Hospital
Supplemental Pay:
- Differential pay
Ability to Relocate:
- Spokane, WA 99204: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $30