Radiology Tech Associate (Per Diem) Jefferson Health Abington

About the role

The Radiology Technical Aide performs a wide variety of routine duties including clerical, non-technical and patient related functions. Radiology Technical Aide is responsible for assisting radiologists, technologists, nurses and other clinical and support staff and providing a broad range of health care services such as: patient check-in, preparation for the visit, assistance with procedures, and patient transporting. The Radiology Technical Aide may be assigned to work in a variety of imaging sections, assist multiple radiology modalities and/or clinical services per operational needs. Job Duties Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson. Transport patients to and from all areas in the Department of Radiology, monitor patient support devices and provide overall patient care. Monitors patients when needed. Assist in Radiological rooms by giving blankets, bedpans, clothing changes, etc. to the patient and assist the technologists as needed Inspect and replenish stock and linen in all patient care areas. Ensures adequate inventory of stock & non-stock supplies. Prepare the examination room for the next procedure. Provides back-up to the front office and film room staff, and perform numerous "special projects" and clean-up tasks as assigned. Trains new transporters/escorts in proper patient care techniques. Procures appropriate patient documentation prior to leaving a nursing floor. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma/GED Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals. Physical ability to lift and position patients and assist with patient transfers utilizing beds, wheelchairs or stretchers. Ability to handle multiple tasks/projects and meets objectives and deadlines Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy. Additional Qualifications: Physical Demands Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR. Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require. Work Shift Rotating (United States of America) Worker Sub Type Regular Employee Entity Abington Memorial Hospital Primary Location Address 1200 Old York Road, Abington, Pennsylvania, United States of America Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University , home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health , nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Vall