Medical Imaging Tech Asst/PRN/ Miami Valley Hospital

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.

Medical Imaging Tech Assistant