Radiology Assistant - Current Student In An Accredited Radiology Or Sonography Program

Radiology Assistant

Radiology Department

Position Summary:

The Student Radiology Assistant performs a wide variety of routine duties including clerical, technical and patient related functions. This position is responsible for assisting members of the patient care team, and providing a wide range of health care services such as: patient check in, exam review, preparation for visit, patient education, assistance with exams and procedures, and patient transporting. This Radiology Assistant shall use a wide variety of equipment, computers and software. The Radiology Assistant shall work in a variety of imaging areas and assist with various tasks per operational needs.

Responsibilities:

* Assist with imaging and invasive procedures, performs clerical duties including recordkeeping, and maintains high quality services.

* Communicates effectively with patients/families and all care providers. Exhibits a caring attitude.

* Interacts with staff and co-workers in a manner that promotes positive working relationships.

* Checks the order for complete information and appropriateness criteria.

* Adheres to established section and organizational protocols, Quality Control, Quality Assurance Guidelines and regulatory requirements.

* Sets up the imaging room to coincide with the examination being performed to include the use of proper isolation precautions, as needed.

* Provide quality customer service, explains all studies to a patient in a clear manner, and provide information and resources to patient and family.

* Safely transfers patient to and from carts, beds, wheelchairs utilizing lifting devices if necessary.

* Positions patient ensuring patient comfort and modesty.

* Engages in professional and ethical conduct.

* Adheres to proper cleaning and infection control guidelines.

* Other duties as assigned.

Education/Requirements:

* Candidate must be currently enrolled and progressing to graduation from an accredited Sonography or Radiology program

* LMHS, in its discretion, may request from you and/or others, information concerning matters that may be relevant to your eligibility for certification and certification status.

Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. Licking Memorial Health Systems does not discriminate against applicants because of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors protected by law.