Radiology Aide

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Overview PRN / Pool / as needed basis Mercyhealth
Hospital and Trauma Center Located in Janesville, WI Escorts or
transports patients within hospital or other medical facility by
performing the following duties. Responsible for providing front line
activities to include registration, and overall support services to
patients and guests. Assists with reception duties and image storage
system tasks. Operates the radiology information systems. Assists with
patient exams as requested by technologist, nurse, and physician. May be
asked to flex hours/shifts as needed to support the needs of the dept.
Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities Determines
patient name and DOB, destination, mode of travel, time, and other data,
following written or oral instructions. Directs or escorts incoming
patients from designated areas. Cares for patients belongings
accompanying patient. Assists patient in walking to prevent accidents by
falling, or transports non-ambulatory patient with wheelchair or cart.
Transports patient, alone or with assistance, in bed, patient cart, or
wheelchair to designated areas within facility during patient stay. Uses
Epic to check in patients Delivers messages, mail, medical records, and
other items. Utilizes appropriate scripting, barriers and patient
identifiers. Maintains, cleans all transport equipment. Checks O2 tanks
to ensure they are operational, removes tanks when they are at 10%or
lower to be filled. Assists in reception by answering phones, greeting
and registering patients for imaging exams. Preparing images to be sent
to other facilities. Importing CD and VPN images into PACS. Uses patient
identifiers. Observes and follows all universal precautions and
infection control techniques. Works with unit staff to assist patient
upon return from radiology exam.Disconnects patient telemetry, pulse
oximeter and blood pressure cuff as needed before transporting patient
and informs appropriate staff that the patient has been disconnected
from monitoring equipment. Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the
following behavior expectations: Quality – Follows policies and
procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment;
Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details;
Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to
improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve
organizational goals. Service – Responds promptly to requests for
service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of
service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security
agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and
effectively communicates information to partners;… For full info
follow application link. EOE&AA/M/F/Vet/Disabled. Mercy is an equal
employment opportunity employer functioning under Affirmative Action
Plans. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
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