RADIOLOGY CT AIDE

Javon Bea Hospital - 3.2 Rockford, IL Job Details Full-time $15.91 - $23.87 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health savings account Caregiver leave Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Employee discount Qualifications In-person patient registration Hand hygiene Wound VAC Catheter care Word processing Computer literacy Patient lift systems Basic math Radiology Mail distribution Assisting medical staff Wheelchair mobility assistance High school diploma or GED Oxygen equipment Personal transportation assistance Foley catheter Cleaning Healthcare infection prevention and control compliance expertise Productivity software Picture archiving and communication systems (PACS) Phone call management Epic Patient stretchers Patient assistance Entry level VPN Full Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Determines patient name and DOB, destination, mode of travel, time, and other data, following written or oral instructions. Directs or escorts incoming patients from designated areas. Cares for patient's belongings accompanying patient. Assists patient in walking to prevent accidents by falling, or transports non-ambulatory patient with wheelchair or cart. Transports patient, alone or with assistance, in bed, patient cart, or wheelchair to designated areas within facility during patient stay. Uses Epic to check in patients Delivers messages, mail, medical records, and other items. Utilizes appropriate scripting, barriers and patient identifiers. Maintains, cleans all transport equipment. Checks O2 tanks to ensure they are operational, removes tanks when they are at 10%or lower to be filled. Assists in reception by answering phones, greeting and registering patients for imaging exams. Preparing images to be sent to other facilities. Importing CD and VPN images into PACS. Uses patient identifiers. Observes and follows all universal precautions and infection control techniques. Works with unit staff to assist patient upon return from radiology exam.

Disconnects patient telemetry, pulse oximeter and blood pressure cuff as needed before transporting patient and informs appropriate staff that the patient has been disconnected from monitoring equipment.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent; one to three months related experience and/or training preferred.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Approved CPR or BLS certification within 90 days.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of infection control, hand washing, barrier devices. Demonstrate use of patient transport and lifting equipment, 02 equipment, infusion pumps, foley catheters, IV and all fluid lines, chest tubes and wound vacs. Special need patient transport such as seizure watch and pediatrics. Insure that patient transport equipment is maintained. Assists technologists with setting up exams and patient positioning. Language Skills Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software: Payroll systems and Word Processing software.

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION N/A SUPERVISES N/A PAY RANGE

$15.91 - $23.87 Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability Insurance FSA/HSA Options Generous, accruing paid time off Paid Parental and caregiver leave Career advancement and educational opportunities Tuition and certification reimbursement Certification Reimbursement Well-being Programs Employee Discounts On-Demand Pay Financial Education Annual recognition/awards events Partner appreciation days Family entertainment/attractions discount Community service/improvement opportunities Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information. At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50 One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women