Job Information
St. Mary's Healthcare Assistant- Imaging Services in Amsterdam, New York
Job Requisition: REQ2856 Employment Type: Part-Time Shift: Evenings Hours Per Week: 27.50 hours
Hiring Range : $15.55- 20.22
The actual compensation for this position will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Responsibilities: • Explains procedures to patient to ensure understanding. Provides appropriate educational material.
• Transports patients to and from clinical areas and verifies patient identity according to policies and procedures. Assists technologists with preparing patient for radiology exam by positioning the patient for the procedure.
• Assists technologists with filing, delivering and retrieving patient reports and charts, matching films to folders, and delivery of reports to patients and physicians.
• Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines. Prevents patient from being exposed to unnecessary radiation.
• Performs post procedural duties including patient discharge, room clean up and restocking supplies. Assists with inventory control.
Complexity of Work: • Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment.
Personal Protective Equipment: • Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Education: • High School Diploma/GED required. Must be able to speak, read, write and follow instructions in English.