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Atrium Health Radiology Technologist Assistant - Atrium Health Albemarle Radiation Therapy PT in Albemarle, North Carolina
Job Summary
Performs a variety of patient care duties and other professional activities as needed to facilitate patient care and treatment. Assists in monitoring the flow of patient activities throughout the department. Monitors patient wait time, completion of exams and responds to patient's needs.
Essential Functions
Explains procedures to patients.
Prepares the patient for the exam, prior to the technologist's arrival in room, and retrieves medical equipment (cribs, stretchers, etc).
Ensures patient safety in the absence of a radiological technologist.
Assists the technologist in properly positioning the patient to reduce repeat rates and ensure quality of the exam.
Assists the nurse in the transport of patients to and from the procedure area when needed.
Performs clerical duties including logs, charges, open orders, answering phones, paging physicians, and giving directions as needed.
Obtains medication, radiopharmaceuticals, or contrast material as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner, authorized/certified technologist, or registered nurse.
Aids in room cleaning to include disposing of soiled linen, disinfecting equipment and other disposable items.
Physical Requirements
Able to lift and carry 40 pounds. This position requires walking, standing, bending and pushing.
Education, Experience and Certifications
High School Diploma or GED preferred. BLS for Healthcare Providers required. Medical and/or clerical skills preferred. Positions are primarily designated for anyone interested in the pursuit of a career in medical imaging.
Atrium Health is one of the nation’s leading healthcare organizations, connecting patients with on-demand care, world-class specialists and the region’s largest primary care network. A recognized leader in healthcare delivery, quality and innovation, our foundation rests on providing clinically excellent and compassionate care.
We’ve been serving our community since 1940, when we opened our doors as Charlotte Memorial Hospital. Since then, our network has grown to include more than 40 hospitals and 900 care locations ranging from doctors’ offices to behavioral health centers to nursing homes.
Our focus: Delivering the highest quality patient care, supporting medical research and education, and joining with partners outside our walls to keep our community healthy.