Radiology Support Assistant

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Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

Assist with the flow of imaging images and reports from all modalities used for care of patients within the system.

Essential Function

• Assists the technologists with the daily work flow of imaging patients.

• Assists the technologist with moving patients on and off exam tables.

• Verifies patient identification using two patient identifiers.

• Transports patients from hospital units and/or departments to the radiology department. As well as escorts patients from the waiting room to the department and vice versa.

• Aides in keeping rooms stocked and charge supplies.

• Communicates messages involving physician offices, patients, other hospital departments and radiologists following up on these in a timely manner.

• Notifies Lead Technologist and designated repair personnel for malfunctioning equipment.

• Prints reports, makes CD's, and electronically shares images as requested by patients and physicians.

• Receives, imports, and logs outside images into PACS and Epic.

• Utilizes e-sharing image solution to expedite image transfers.

• Maintains appropriate tracking mechanisms for incoming and outgoing imaging records.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)

Education

High school diploma or GED (required)

Associate degree (preferred)

Work Experience

Healthcare experience (preferred)

Training

Electronic Health Record (Epic) (preferred)

Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) (preferred)

Skills

• Problem Solving

• Active Listening

• Customer Service

• Time Management

• Accountability

• Written and Verbal Communication

• Organization

• Adaptability

• Stress Management

• Phone Etiquette

• Keyboarding

• Microsoft Skills

• Email Communication

• Radiology Imaging

• Basic/anatomy

• Office machine Operation

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

May have periods of constant interruptions

General office environment

Prolonged periods of working alone

Physical Requirements

Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 67-100%

Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 67-1000%

Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 67-100%

Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 67-100%

Stoop/Kneel 34-66%

Crawling 1-33%

Climbing 34-66%

Balance 67-100%

Bending 67-100%

Sitting 1-33%

Walking 67-100%

Standing 67-100%

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

• Prescription drug coverage

• Flexible spending accounts

• Life insurance w/AD&D

• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

• Paid time off

• Educational Assistance

• And much more

• Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

30

Work Shift:

Days/Evenings (United States of America)

Department:

Radiology

• Diagnostic

• St. Rita's

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health- Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours

• Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.