Radiology Assistant Transporter (Relief)

Typical pay range: $19.81 - $24.77 per hour, based on experience.

This position is eligible for a 15% differential on top of the hourly rate in lieu of benefits.

ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Radiology Assistant / Transporter

REPORTS TO POSITION: Assigned Job Site Manager

DEPARTMENT: Radiology

DATE LAST REVIEWED: July 12, 2019

OUR VISION: Creating America's healthiest community, together

OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value

OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork

DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY: St. Charles Health System's Diagnostic Imaging departments perform X-Ray, Ultrasound, CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, and PET/CT exams in a variety of locations. We work closely with our partners at Cascade Medical Imaging to meet the imaging needs of our community and to support the ED, OR, Inpatient Floors, and Family Birthing Center.

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Radiology Assistant / Transporter, at St. Charles Health System, provides patient transportation to and from the Radiology Services Department, as requested with careful consideration of patient's condition and experience.

This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

Follows established department procedures to accurately identify and transport the proper patient by visually checking patient identification and verifying with nursing staff.

Transports patients to and from radiology, ED and inpatient areas via wheelchair, bed or gurney. Assists patients in and out of bed using proper patient care and lifting techniques. Assist technologists with patient movement and positioning.

Observes patient and equipment during transport and reports changes or unusual occurrences in patient's condition to sending and/or receiving clinical staff.

Comforts patients and families, offering support and encouragement with the goal of alleviating anxiety and fear surrounding the Radiology process. Informs those accompanying the patient regarding waiting areas, expected time lines, and procedures.

Aids with non patient transport including but not limited to laboratory specimens, beds, and CDs.

Follows safety protocols and infection control guidelines when transporting patient and equipment. Maintains safe and clean radiology transport equipment.

Safely handles medical equipment including IV pumps and poles, oxygen tanks, patient charts, monitors and other equipment.

Assists with Radiology clerical duties as requested. Stocks lines and supplies.

Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.

Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.

Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.

Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization's corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.

Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.

May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.

EDUCATION:

Required: High school diploma or GED.

Preferred: N/A

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:

Required: American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification within 6 months of hire.

Preferred: N/A

EXPERIENCE:

Required: N/A

Preferred: Six (6) months hospital patient transport experience. Customer service experience preferred.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Continually (75% or more): Standing and walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.

Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 1-25 pounds. The use and operation of a motor vehicle for

Home Health and Wound Caregivers.

Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, climbing ladder/step-stool (varies by area), reaching overhead, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, grasping/squeezing, ability to hear whispered speech level.

Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs.

Never (0%): Climbing ladder/step-stool (varies by area), operation of a motor vehicle.

Exposure to Elemental Factors

Rarely (10%): Wet/slippery area, chemical solution.

Never (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface.

Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category

Risk for Exposure to BBP

Schedule Weekly Hours:

0

Caregiver Type:

Relief

Shift:

Variable (United States of America)

Is Exempt Position?

No

Job Family:

ASSISTANT RADIOLOGY

Scheduled Days of the Week:

As Scheduled (may include weekends and holidays)

Shift Start & End Time:

Variable