University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center West Mifflin , PA 15123
Posted 3 weeks ago
UPMC East, West Mifflin Site is seeking a Full Time Imaging Services Tech Assistant to join the Radiology team! This position will be daylight hours Monday- Friday. No call or holiday responsibilities!
Responsibilities:
Transports patient to and from unit when required.
Demonstrate proper placement of IV catheter. Demonstrates knowledge of and appropriately follows guidelines for GFR criteria.
Assists with invasive procedure tray set-up and couriers specimens to lab as needed.
Practices established MRI safety and radiation safety protocols.
Accurately schedules exams into RIS as needed. Reschedules exams as needed and contacts patients for additional scanning.
Assists technologist with patient care/flow as instructed. Knowledgeable of procedural processes.
Verifies patient identify by utilizing at least two patient identifiers. Effectively prepares patient for exam providing both pre and post procedure education. Documents proper history into electronic record. Reviews physician orders and contacts office if additional information is required.
Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/ behaviors
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Completion of High school diploma or equivalent. Requires Clerical and computer experience. Requires Communication and interpersonal skills.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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