Radiology Assistant

Join Cleveland Clinic's Hillcrest Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Hillcrest Hospital has been recognized as one of the top hospitals in Cleveland and Ohio. Here, you will work with and learn from some of our best caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital has the latest and most complete array of sophisticated equipment to provide fast, accurate and less invasive diagnoses of medical problems. Diagnostic imaging, such as ultrasound, X-ray, MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), and CT (computed tomography), help physicians diagnose or better understand certain conditions. Our experienced radiologists read and interpret images to offer additional diagnostic information to primary care or other referring physicians.

A caregiver in this position works an evening/night rotation of 6:30PM - 7:00AM.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Provide a wide variety of services and assistance to patients and visitors of all ages.

• Greet patients and families upon arrival at the radiology area.

• Escort patients to the appropriate room and assist patients with putting on a gown and moving on/off the table.

• Ensure physical comfort and safety of the patient at all times.

• Observe patients for medical status and potential need of nursing care, physician care, oxygen or other care and quickly obtain proper assistance.

• Review x-ray requisition and computer exam forms to determine the type of x-ray required.

• Place transport orders from radiology to floors and units.

• Process orders in the radiology information system, including scheduling, tracking exams and films.

• Process downtime and transport orders.

• Take films to the appropriate area for film library processing and deliver films to requesting areas.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• High school diploma or GED.

• One year of related experience in a physician office, hospital or clinical setting involving patient care or customer service.

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Responsibilities:

• Assures room is setup properly prior to beginning of procedure; cleans room in a timely manner post-procedure.

• Reports any change in patient's condition or behavior.

• Assures patient modesty and comfort, assists patients with changing and answers call lights as appropriate.

• Assures patient is discharged to appropriate destination.

• Checks proper identification of patient per policy.

• Creates patient identification bands.

• Assists in positioning, lifting, and transporting of patients.

• Prepares oral contrast.

• Schedules scans and watches queue.

• Verifies physician exam order, looks at needs of patient and initiates communication and inpatient flow.

• Respects the confidentiality of patient records.

• Documents patient history, condition and any other pertinent information on requisition/history sheet and ensures all data is entered into the computer on day of exam, including nonprocedural changes, additional exams, and order revision.

• Knowledgeable in acquiring, archiving transmitting and printing images via PACS, when applicable knowledge in after-hours transmission of images and appropriate paperwork immediately reporting any malfunctions to Help Desk and PACS Administrator.

• Performs front desk administrative duties.

• Answers phones and questions; maintains department files.

• Knows correct downtime procedure.

• Takes responsibility for personal and patient radiation safety/MRI safety.

• Follows Radiation/MRI Safety Guidelines. Operates all equipment properly and with care.

• Immediately reports any malfunctions, necessary adjustments, or repairs; completes necessary documentation.

• Maintains ethical and professional relationship with all customers, demonstrating cooperative efforts with coworkers and the ability to accept constructive criticism.

• Adheres to policies and procedures.

• Assesses patient's readiness and need for learning, considering all aspects of diversity and inclusion.

• Determines the best methodology to deliver education and receives verbal feedback or return demonstration to validate learning.

• Provides verbal and/or written instructions for tests/procedures, diagnoses, and discharge when appropriate.

• Documents what education has been delivered, patient's response and collaboration with any members of the health care team in coordination of care.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent with emphasis on communication, computer skills and science courses.

Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required dependent on site/department.

• Strongly encouraged at all sites/departments.

Complexity of Work:

• Computer skills, broad knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy, organized, and good interpersonal skills with all customer groups in a fast-paced environment.

Work Experience:

• One year in a healthcare related field.

• Current radiology students would be eligible.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.

• Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

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