Radiology Support Technician

This role is for current Radiologic Technology students that want to get real-world experience in the areas leading Radiology Department.

Come support our team and Grow at Ellis!

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

The primary function is to provide efficient inpatient, outpatient, and ED patient throughput in all areas of the Radiology department to include but not limited to Ultrasound, CT, Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, and MRI. This individual will ensure a safe patient environment with visual patient observation, coordinating arrivals and returns according to patient needs and medical condition. This individual will be responsible for all requests, both to and from the Radiology Department. The Supervisors of each modality will provide ancillary support and direction for the daily workflow and communicate any specific requests or concerns.

An integral component consists of strong, interpersonal skills with an emphasis on collaboration with support services, physicians, technologists, patients, and families. Technical tasks involve utilizing computer skills and a multi-line phone efficiently on an ongoing basis. Candidates will also participate in the registration and check-in process of outpatient exams as well as obtaining proper prescriptions and approvals for such exams. Candidates will possess strong HIPAA knowledge and practice skills.

• Observes patients and reports to Radiologic Technologists any observations related to the patient.
• Assist technologists with patient transfers and patient positioning.
• Provides directions on having patients change for required exams.
• Stock linen in all departments, remove soiled linen.
• Stock supplies in exam rooms
• Transport ED patients and inpatients to and from radiology modalities when needed.
• Check-in and registration of patients as needed on a rotational basis.
• Excellent person-to-person skills, including verbal and non-verbal interactions.
• Adaptability with day-to-day changes to meet departmental needs.
• Ability to multitask
• Optimization of outpatient schedules with the assistance of Supervisors and Technologists
• Cross-training for interdepartmental efficiencies is required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT(S):

• High school diploma required.
• Currently enrolled in a Radiologic Technologist program REQUIRED.
• Advanced Degree preferred.
• A previous background in healthcare with hands-on patient contact and patient care experience is highly desirable.
• Previous experience or knowledge of a Radiology Department is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with other members of staff and patients
• Knowledge and understanding of hospital functions.
• Medical terminology knowledge preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Should be able to push/pull, lift/move 35 lb., be able to perform moderately difficult manual manipulations such as using a keyboard, writing, and filing for extended periods of time, must be able to perform tasks which require hand-eye coordination such as data entry, typing and using photo copiers. Mobility requirements may include the ability to be stationary at a workstation for a prolonged period of time in addition to being able to squat or be mobile for a reasonable length of time and distance.

Ellis Medicine is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex/gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, prior arrest, or conviction record, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decisions, or domestic violence victim status.

Salary Range: $17.46-25.32/hour Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.