The Rad tech assistant is responsible for providing transportation of patients (ages pediatrics to geriatrics) to the Radiology department; also responsible for assisting technologists in performing transfers or ambulation to prevent falls; preparing patients and equipment for therapy and performing tasks to maintain department in orderly condition.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Properly identifies self/Properly identifies patient using two identifiers.
Logs out patient.
Obtains hands off communication form.
Communicates with nursing personnel upon patients return to his/her room.
Transports patient in a safe, friendly manner; aware of their needs.
Properly obtains, returns, and secures oxygen tanks.
Prepares patients and equipment for therapy.
Protects patient information and maintains confidentiality.
Assists technologists in performing transfers or ambulation to prevent falls.
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent
Must have on-the-job training in transfer techniques and basic patient care.
Basic mathematical skills;
Ability to read, write and speak intelligible English;
Ability to communicate with patients, family, peers and medical personnel.
Ability to maintain positive attitude towards patient;
Must be able to function under stress caused by emergency situation.
Physical Demands/Work Environment
Work requires light duty lifting and ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
Must be able to exchange accurate information with patients, family, peers and medical personnel.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.