Northwestern Medicine · 1 week ago
Radiology Technician Assistant-Imaging Part Time Days
Palos Heights, IL
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelNorthwestern Medicine is a leader in the healthcare industry, committed to providing a patient-first approach. The Radiology Technician Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting technologists, nurses, and physicians within Imaging Services, ensuring efficient patient flow and assisting in various procedural tasks.
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Responsibilities
Cares for the patient throughout the treatment/procedure according to department and hospital standards of care, age-specific sensitivities, and Patients' First guidelines
Provides systems support by preparing procedure rooms for patients prior to their arrival in the department and work area
Assists in preparing patient for exam/procedure, including the ability to explain exams and answer basic questions, knowledge of MR Safety if assignment is MR and brings forward more detailed clinical questions to clinical staff
Follows directions of technologist/nurse to assist in performing exam/procedure on patients
Processes CDs as needed. Participates in lifting and escorting patients and maintains lift equipment competencies refer to NMH Safe Patient Handling Policy PC 05.0095
Helps to coordinate patient care based on departmental imaging protocols. Interacts and communicates with clinical and medical staff to coordinate patient flow
Reconciles physician orders to correct exam protocol and escalates discrepancies to appropriate clinical staff
Prepares all necessary paperwork and information so treatment/procedure may be performed
Retrieves physician orders as needed from all order systems including but not limited to EPIC, Chartview, Powerchart
Assists in clarification of patient demographic information. Verifies patient information for accuracy and completeness
Monitors schedule to ensure effective patient flow throughout the diagnostic areas. Informs coordinators, charge techs, and patients of delays
Identifies and obtains paperwork required to start exams. Handles outside films appropriately and obtains patient films when requested
Recognizes and reports problems to appropriate supervisors
Uses scheduling system, Radnet and PACS proficiently. Monitors stock of supplies, including Radiology Contrast Media, in treatment/procedure rooms to assure their regular availability by timely re-ordering, rotation of dated items, and by maintenance of a clean and orderly environment
Uses designated equipment effectively, skillfully and efficiently. Maintains equipment and work area as directed, and where applicable, documents safety checklists including contrast warmers, barium refrigerators, etc
Follows policies and procedures to contribute to the efficiency of department
Organizes and prioritizes assigned work, and schedules time to accommodate work demands, turnaround-time and commitments
Provides clerical/technical support as needed and as assigned by Manager
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Strong problem solving and organizational skills
Demonstrates computer skills
CPR Certification (BLS)
Preferred
Previous experience in a healthcare delivery position
Bilingual language skills
Benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Loan forgiveness
401(k) matching
Lifecycle benefits
Company
Northwestern Medicine
Northwestern Medicine is the collaboration between Northwestern Memorial HealthCare and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine around a strategic vision to transform the future of health care.
Founded in 1972
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$25M2018-06-26Grant· $25M
Leadership Team
Howard Chrisman, MD
President and CEO
John A. Orsini, CPA
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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