Medical Imaging Tech Asst/PRN/ Miami Valley Hospital

Provides transport services to patients of all ages to and from all referral points within the hospital. Assist staff technologists in the performance of their technical and non-technical functions including room turnover, stocking, and inventory management. Must be able to push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds 2. May be exposed to aggressive, violent behaviors from patients, family members, and/or visitors 3. May be exposed to blood and body fluids, including those with tuberculosis, HIV, hepatitis, or body infestations 4. Must be able to work under stressful conditions which may occur in emergency situations or with a heavy workload 5. Exposed to ionizing radiation 1. Escorts/transports patients of all ages by cart, bed, or wheelchair to and from all referral points within the hospital. Receives and routes patients and associated paperwork throughout service areas. 2. Provides physical assistance to staff in transfer (lifting) of patients as needed. 3. Operates computerized system to update patient information, identify transportation needs, and facilitate automated patient tracking. 4. Assists patients with personal needs (i.e. ambulation, restroom, bedpan, etc.). Awareness of patient condition during transportation and communicates special needs to nursing or technical staff. 5. Utilizes effective communication skills by demonstrating respect, concern, and courtesy in all internal and external relationships. Provides basic patient care with dignity and respect for each patient. 6. Participates in routine equipment care and cleaning. Reports faulty, damaged, or lost equipment appropriately. Returns equipment to proper storage area. Rounds for equipment during downtimes. 7. Follows and implements safety policies and procedures including Radiation Safety. 8. Maintains current inventory of supplies and assist supervisor in ordering supplies and maintaining supply par levels 9. Assists technologists with the turnaround of the procedures rooms including linen management and cleaning of the equipment. May assist technologists in preparing patients for tests by getting patient on and off exam tables. 1. Escorts/transports patients of all ages by cart, bed, or wheelchair to and from all referral points within the hospital. Receives and routes patients and associated paperwork throughout service areas. 2. Provides physical assistance to staff in transfer (lifting) of patients as needed. 3. Operates computerized system to update patient information, identify transportation needs, and facilitate automated patient tracking. 4. Assists patients with personal needs (i.e. ambulation, restroom, bedpan, etc.). Awareness of patient condition during transportation and communicates special needs to nursing or technical staff. 5. Utilizes effective communication skills by demonstrating respect, concern, and courtesy in all internal and external relationships. Provides basic patient care with dignity and respect for each patient. 6. Participates in routine equipment care and cleaning. Reports faulty, damaged, or lost equipment appropriately. Returns equipment to proper storage area. Rounds for equipment during downtimes. 7. Follows and implements safety policies and procedures including Radiation Safety. 8. Maintains current inventory of supplies and assist supervisor in ordering supplies and maintaining supply par levels 9. Assists technologists with the turnaround of the procedures rooms including linen management and cleaning of the equipment. May assist technologists in preparing patients for tests by getting patient on and off exam tables. Provides transport services to patients of all ages to and from all referral points within the hospital. Assist staff technologists in the performance of their technical and non-technical functions including room turnover, stocking, and inventory management. May be responsible for image reproduction using CDs/Film for patients, physicians and radiologists. Licensure/Certification/Registration: CPR Certification within 30 days of hire Experience: Prefer one year experience in medical/patient care environment High School completion / GED