Job # : 12361
Job Category : Radiology / Imaging
Job Type : Full Time
Shift Type : Variable
Facility :
Department : Radiology- Diagnostic
Pay Range : $19.63 / hr. - $26.38 / hr.
Open Date : 12.23.24
Close Date : Qualifications :
- High School Graduate or Equivalent
- Current BLS from the American Heart Association for Healthcare Providers
Job Details :
Start Date :Open Until Filled.
Qualifications :
Knowledge of laser / film processors, protective garments, wheelchairs, gurneys, computers, typewriters, copy machines and 10 key phones
High School Graduate or EquivalentCurrent BLS from the American Heart Association for Healthcare ProvidersNo previous experience is requiredMedical terminology course helpfulAbility to demonstrate use of various equipment including, but not limited to; computer, photocopy machine and present telephone systemAbility to relate well with physicians, patients of all ages and co-workersAbility to prioritize and problem solveMaintain a calm and reasonable attitude at all timesKeeps information regarding patients confidentialDuties &
Responsibilities : Job Summary
The Radiology Clerk / Aide assists on a daily basis with maintaining the appropriate level of department flow.
Duties
Bring patients back to dressing room and advise what needs to be removed and gown put onComplete file jacket and necessary billing / paperworkPlace call for Radiology Nurse after getting consent informationAnswer incoming phone lines and transfer when neededProcess or collect films and assemble with file jacketsMaintain cleanliness of patient areasHave first patient ready to go at 8 : 00 am for each room as requested by SupervisorHelp maintain room suppliesHelp lift or assist patients on or off exam tablesTyping and collecting all items for x-ray file jacket including pulling next days jacketsDelivery of x-ray file jackets to proper locationsFiling pertinent itemsLearn how to hang films on alternatorIf patient prep is required, pass out prep-kits and go over the directions with patients of all agesSchedule all Doppler studiesSome special procedures require additional notification and scheduling with a Lab, Surgery and Ambulatory ServicesContact outside Hospitals to assist in scheduling MRI studiesNotify departments involved of all exam cancellations and appointment changesAnswer six incoming telephone linesGive verbal reports to Doctor's and other Medical FacilitiesSchedule appointments and take Doctor's ordersArrange for transfer or patient x-rays and reports to outside facilities, attorneys, etcTransferring telephone call to appropriate locations within the Imaging DepartmentType all x-ray flashcards, index cards and charge requisitionsHandwrite same information on x-ray file jacketsCheck daily charges against tech's log sheet, make a copy and put it in the basket for the Radiological AssociatesMaintain file system; keep x-ray requisitions for 3 months, Daily log ledger and daily index file cardsDistribute all mail to Imaging ServicesWorks with computer to get information regarding patients of all ages and to print off additional patient reportsX-ray films and reports :Copy all x-ray reports (2-5 times dependent upon # of Doctor's, in-patient, out-patient and Radiological Associates)
Keep a log of all out-going x-ray films as well as incoming film from other facilitiesScreen x-ray reports for completeness; identify missing signatures and directs them back to Medical Records for correctionsTransports Doctor's dictations to Medical Records, match flash cards to the appropriate report and direct to Doctor's for proofing and signaturePrepare x-ray films and reports that are subpoenaed and handle money and receipts for film copiesResponsible for assuring x-ray films are pulled for next day surgeries and endoscopiesDistribute reports on in-patients to Lab at 10am, 2 : 30pm and 4 : 30pm. The reports of out-patients, are placed in the Physician's mailboxPerforms other duties as assignedOther Info :
Lifting Requirements : Heavy lifting; up to 100 Ibs. maximum with frequent lifting and / or carrying objects weighing up to 50 Ibs. must be able to stand, stoop lift and walk without restrictions.
Job Posted : 12 / 23 / 2024
Salary : $20 - $26
