Radiology Tech Extender

Position #: 250002UP
Position: Radiology Tech Extender
UH Facility: Conneaut Medical Center
Shift: PRN
Status: Per Diem
Work Days of Week: M-F, Rot wknd and Holidays

City: Conneaut

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ABOUT US

At University Hospitals, everything we do is focused on helping patients and their families achieve optimal health, realize improved quality of life, and get back to what’s most important in their lives.

Our goal is to create an atmosphere where the best allied health professionals and support staff can learn, grow and make a real, positive impact on all those we serve. An allied health career with University Hospitals provides the opportunity for you to Be the Difference.

Join Us and Be the difference in Advancing the Science of Health and the Art of Compassion.

Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans and individuals with disabilities

JOB DESCRIPTION & QUALIFICATIONS

Description

A Brief Overview

Provides support and assistance to the Radiologic Technologist in caring for patients and family members during the imaging process, completing clerical/computer duties, lifting/transporting of patients, and following hospital and departmental policies, protocols, and SOPs (including Radiation and MRI safety). Employee must be enrolled in an approved imaging program. This position qualifies for Funding Healthcare Futures program.

What You Will Do

Assisting the Radiologic Technologist by completing basic patient assessments including verifying patient orders, completing patient questionnaires, patient preparation and instruction. Communication with other members of the health care team to help coordinate patient care.
Facilitate patient care including, lifting, transport, chaperone and monitoring of patients.
Assist with Radiology computer information and data entry including PACS system.
Ensures the adequate availability of procedural supplies to include ordering and stocking patient care supply item.
Follows hospital initiatives in order to meet patient satisfaction goals.
Follows MRI and radiation safety policies and procedures.
communication with other members of health care team to help coordinate patient care
register and check in patients

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Qualifications

Education

High School Equivalent / GED (Required) and
Current Student of Radiologic Technology Program (Required)

Work Experience

less than 1 year Service-related experience (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Basic patient care skills (Required proficiency)
Able to communicate effectively and interact with a diverse population across mutli-generations. (Required proficiency)
Able to organize and adjust to changing workflow and patient care needs. (Required proficiency)
Good communication skills. (Required proficiency)
Student of Radiologic Technology Program (Required proficiency)
Patient care equipment specific to assigned population; telephone; nurse call system; pager, computers (Required proficiency)
knowledge of PAC system and electronic health records. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required Upon Hire)

Physical Demands

Standing Frequently
Walking Frequently
Sitting Rarely
Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs
Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs
Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs
Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs
Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs
Balancing Occasionally
Stooping Frequently
Kneeling Frequently
Crouching Frequently
Crawling Occasionally
Reaching Frequently
Handling Frequently
Grasping Frequently
Feeling Constantly
Talking Constantly
Hearing Constantly
Repetitive Motions Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Travel Requirements

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LOCATION

University Hospitals is a national leader in healthcare that takes pride in calling North-East, Ohio home. With more than 150 locations throughout Cleveland and the surrounding metropolitan areas, UH provides unique opportunities to deliver world-class care in the communities where our employees live, work, and play.

Working at University Hospitals

Careers at University Hospitals offers opportunities to provide care locally in the Cleveland area with the power to impact healthcare nationwide. As a leader in our industry, our staff share a commitment to Be the Difference in the lives of our patients and our communities, from Northeast Ohio and beyond. Take a look at this video to discover how we’re building an organization for the future, today. Note: video content was obtained prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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It is the policy of University Hospitals to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees and applicants for employment. Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions or other conditions of employment are all made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, veteran status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or marital status in accordance with Federal and Ohio law. A qualified individual with a disability will be considered for employment on the same basis as non- disabled applicants if he/she can perform the essential functions of the job sought, with or without a reasonable accommodation, and without imposing a direct threat to the health or safety of others or him/herself. EEO is the Law

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