Radiology Transporter

Radiology Assistant / Transporter

The Radiology Assistant / Transporter rles Health System provides transportation of patients to and from the Radiology Services Department. This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.

• Follow established department procedures to accurately verify and transport the proper patient by visually checking patient identification and verifying with nursing staff.
• Transport patients to and from radiology, ED, and inpatient areas via wheelchair, bed, or gurney.
• Assist patients in and out of bed using proper patient care and lifting techniques.
• Assist technologists with patient movement and positioning.
• Observe patient and equipment during transport and report unusual occurrences; record patient’s condition to sending and/or receiving clinical staff.
• Comfort patients and families, offering support and encouragement to alleviate anxiety and fear surrounding the radiology process.
• Inform those accompanying the patient regarding waiting areas, expected timelines, and procedures.
• Assist with non-patient transport including laboratory specimens, beds, and CDs.
• Maintain safe and clean radiology transport equipment.
• Safely handle medical equipment including IV pumps, poles, oxygen tanks, patient charts, monitors, and other equipment.
• Assist with radiology clerical duties as requested; stock lines and supplies.
• Follow safety protocols and infection control guidelines when transporting patient and equipment.
• Support the vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects.
• Support Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
• Provide and maintain a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
• Conduct all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Utilize AIDET to prepare patients for procedures and create an environment where patients feel comfortable and communicated with regarding the experience in radiology.
• Deliver customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient, and accurate.
• May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.

Required:

High school diploma or GED.

Preferred:
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification. BLS certification is required within six (6) months of hire.

Preferred:
Six (6) months hospital patient transport experience. Customer service experience.

• Health Care Provider
• Hospitals and Health Care

Entry level

Part-time