Imaging Tech Assistant (Full Time, Day shift) (Administrative)

Job Summary

Works under the supervision of an Imaging Technologist. Responsible to complete assignments, maintain a clean, organized, safe patient environment, and assists with patient care activities. Collaborates with the healthcare team and provides compassionate and empathetic family-centered care for the patients and families. 

Job Specific Duties

• Answers telephones, takes and relates messages, and give responses when able. 
  
• Assists technologist and radiologist with procedure when needed. 
  
• Enters information in PACS system when needed.
  
• Follows hospital patient-identification policy prior to performing examination.
  
• Maintains the physical environment of the work area. 
  
• Performs imaging duties as needed. 
  
• Prepares patient/parent for imaging exam.
  
• Prepares x-ray room for examinations.
  
• Stocks imaging rooms with adequate supplies at the beginning of shift.
  
• Cleans and disinfects rooms, furniture, fixtures, and equipment. Makes beds, removes soiled linen, trash, and relines all waste and laundry containers. 
  
• Anticipates need for and gathers patients comfort measures, i.e. warm blanket, pillows, positioning aids, etc.
  
• Greets and welcomes patients, families, and visitors. Communicates information regarding NCH services and delivers excellent timely service and support. 

Minimum Job Requirements

• American Heart Association AED required within 30 days of hire - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to relate well with children, parents, and co-workers.
  
• Basic knowledge in use of computers and printers, and/or ability to learn appropriate software applications.
  
• Proficient in Microsoft including Windows, Outlook Email, Outlook Calendar and Microsoft Teams.
  
• Able to float to assigned center/department and is flexible.
  
• Works effectively in a collaborative environment and follows the direction of the Imaging Tech and/or Imaging leader.
  
• Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with clients and co-workers.
  
• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  
• Able to follow detailed written or verbal instructions.
  
• Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.