Cardiovascular Intervention Student Aide

Overview

Under the supervision of a registered radiologic technologist, assists in the performance of imaging exams, transports patients, and performs clerical duties as assigned. Escorts or transports patients within hospital or other medical facility. May be required to alternate shifts, weekends, holidays, and take call. May be asked to flex hours and overtime as necessary to provide quality patient care at assigned sites(s).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in the performance of imaging procedures.
• Performs patient reception, PACS and transport duties.
• Corroborates patient s clinical history with procedure, ensuring information is documented and available to the technologist and radiologist.
• Assists in preparing and positioning the patient for procedures, providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation and minimize anxiety.
• Assists in the selects and operation of imaging equipment, image capture devices and accessories to successfully perform procedures.
• Positions patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort.
• Immobilizes patient as required for examination.
• Assumes responsibility for provision of physical and psychological needs of patient during procedures.
• Initiates basic life support when necessary.
• Assists in determining radiographic technique and exposure factors.
• Applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
• Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control.
• Uses radiology information systems (including PACS), completes all required records and reports, submits images and data for physician review and interpretation.
• Observes and follows all universal precautions and infection control techniques.
• Uses patient identifiers.
• Assists in reception by answering phones, greeting, and register patients for imaging exams. Preparing images to be sent to other facilities. Importing CD and VPN images into PACS.
• Applies principles of patient safety during procedures, including assisting and transporting patients.
• Utilizes appropriate scripting, barriers, and patient identifiers.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:

Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment;
Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details;
Looks for ways to improve and promote quality;
Applies feedback to improve performance;
Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance;
Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service;
Meets commitments;
Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement;
Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners;
Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions;
Exhibits objectivity and openness to other s views;
Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work;
Gives and welcomes feedback;
Generates suggestions for improving work;
Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost - Conserves organization resources;
Understands fiscal responsibility;
Works within approved budget;
Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

Current enrollment in an accredited School of Radiologic Technology

Six Months Experience As a Radiography Student Required

Approved CPR or BLS certification within 90 days of hire

Language Skills - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract,…