Radiology Assistant

Job description

Position Title Radiology Assistant Olathe Hospital: Position Summary / Career Interest: The Radiology Assistant assists technologists in the care of patients for imaging both prior to and after testing. The Radiology Assistant also helps with transferring/transporting and observing patients. Collects and presents information from PACS and/or O2 regarding patient, exam and works to ensure patients are imaged in a timely manner. Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions: - Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department. - Provides constant patient observation while in immediate care area. Reports to technologist/nurse and or physician if there is a change in patient’s mental status, pain, or condition. - Coordinates information between nursing unit and the technology staff. Confirms and screens patient for appointments. - Accesses patient information in the EMR prior to patient’s exam and presents to technologist staff for review. - Enters information into O2 to assist radiology technologists. - Maintains a patient-centered focus and strives to support the mission, goals and values of the hospital, department and...