Rad Aide- Days- Outpatient Viola Pitts

Job Summary: The Radiology Aide assists the Medical Imaging Technologists by performing a variety of patient care activities and departmental duties within the Radiology Department. Essential Job Functions Accountabilities: Screens and interviews patients using designated Patient Clinical Assessment Forms. Reports equipment problems/failures to Bio-Med or Supervisor/Manager Ensures a safe and clean environment, before and after patients, according to IP guidelines. Ensures room is stocked with all the necessary supplies needed to perform studies and procedures in exam room. Applies and follows radiation safety principles (i.e. ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principles) to ensure patient and staff safety. Uses Electronic Medical Records (EMR), and other software related to job responsibilities. Engages in equitable distribution of departmental workloads. Operates wheelchairs, beds, and gurneys. Performs HCGs and documents accordingly. Assists patients on and off exam tables. Positions patient on the Medical Imaging table under the Supervision of the Medical Imaging Technologist. Performs routine assignments using existing procedures, and has conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within a discipline, typically acquired through technical training. Develops competence by performing structured work assignments, and receiving instruction, guidance, and direction from others. Identifies patient orders and works to prevent treatment/procedure delays ensuring the continuation of service. Job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and may be subject to change with or without notice. Staff are expected to perform other duties as assigned.