Job Summary

Under the general supervision of Supervisor of Support Services. Transports patients from other areas in the hospital to the Radiology department in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort.

Performs some clerical duties such as release of information and documentation in PACS. May at times assist technologists with patients such as transferring patients from gurney to x-ray table, helping patients to bathroom, etc.

Competent in all age groups. Participates and supports all customer service goals and objectives. Performs all duties in accordance with the philosophy, mission, objectives and policies of Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center.

Provides services to patients of all age groups (from birth to maturity), sex or national origin.

Qualifications

Education :

Minimum 2yrs of high school. High School diploma preferred. Experience :

Previous patient care experience preferred. Skill :

Some typing required. Familiar with general hospital transport devices such as wheelchairs, gurneys etc.

Training :

Orientation for 2-3 weeks. Basic life support within 3 months of hire.

Performance Requirements

Responsible for :

Transportation of patients to and from the Radiology Department. Processes release of information data. Also works in Digital Image Library with medical records, processes information in PACS, and assists with clerical duties.

Physical and Mental Effort :

Assists in moving and lifting of patients. Prolonged walking, sitting, and standing required. Able to perform moderately difficult manipulative skills and hand / eye coordination skills.

Able to see objects closely and hear normal sounds with moderate background noises. Reasonable care taken when transporting / moving patients with the knowledge that mistakes may have serious consequences for the patient.

Environment and Working Conditions :

Works in lighted, ventilated area. Some work in confined areas such as file rooms. May be exposed to electromagnetic radiation as in CRT's .

May be exposed to communicable diseases, blood / body fluid borne pathogens. May be exposed to x-radiation. Must adhere to departmental safety policies regarding radiation protection and infectious diseases. Special Demands :

Reflects the mission, philosophy, core values and customer service plan of Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center in action and attitude.

Adaptable to heavy workloads and multiple tasks. Competent in dealing with all age groups. Competency, tact and patience in communication with patients, families, health care providers and other hospital personnel.

Position may or may not require weekend and holiday work. Position may require unplanned overtime or filling in for vacations and sick time.

Representative Functions

Practices core values of Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center (Ongoing) Complies with the 5-step Customer Service Plan as outlined in the

Organizational Manual. (Ongoing) 1. Patient transporting / patient care (65%) 2. Digital Image Library responsibilities including PACS utilization.

10%) 3. Information processing, telephones, Digital Image Library maintenance. (25%)WeekendsyesHolidaysyesStandard Hours / WeekOn-Call

Last updated : 2024-05-20