Radiology Associate

Job Description

Varied Part Time M-S 7A-7P

Varied Full Time MON-SAT 7-7

Day Full Time Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the radiology administrator or designee, is responsible for communication, registration and scheduling for various radiology procedures. To perform all phases of clerical duties including receiving and logging of patients information, scheduling, filing typing, transport, answering phones, and assisting as backup as needed in the radiology department.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities Include the Following:

1. Understands and adheres to our Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors

2. Abides by scheduling policy

3. Notifies floors or radiology staff if any planned schedule change

4. Will be required to work in case of emergencies or when situations arise in the department. Holiday, overtime and / or day, evening shift coverage to help maintain adequate and safe coverage for the department

5. Maintains the cleanliness of all work areas, equipment and accessories. Reports all malfunctioning equipment to Bio Med or supervisor.

6. Prints CD’s if needed 7. Performs routine office duties, such as answering phones, documents information on patients’ request, Meditech or hospital Ris system’s and PAC’s digital x-ray system

8. Notifies transport when patients are ready to be picked up or returned to floors

9. May be assigned as an instructor or preceptor

10. Should be knowledgeable and skillful in providing care, based on age, physical and psychosocial stature of patient populations; neonate/newborn, pediatric/adolescent, adults and geriatric groups

11. Performs other related duties as required, attends staff meetings and in-services

12. Duties and hours may change according to the needs of the department or hospital

13. Prioritizes and organizes own work load and routine administrative matters to assure completion of tasks within the time frame designated

14. Coordinates follow up of all customer service and satisfaction matters as directed

15. Informs supervisor if office or clinical supplies are needed

Education Experience Requirements:& ? ? High school Diploma/GED required. ? ? Have general knowledge of typing, computer skills, and knowledge of medical terminology. ? ? Recommended; being a highly motivated, positive person with strong communication and organizational skills.