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Shore Medical Center
Technical Aide
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What they do
A Patient Transporter or Orderly moves hospital patients from one place to another and cleans equipment and facilities. May assist with basic care of patients such as feeding and dressing. Works in hospitals or in long-term care facilities.
$37,819 / year median in New Jersey
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Position Summary The Technical Aide is a valued member of a health care team, assisting the radiologic technologist with patients during the imaging process providing comprehensive care and support to make the radiology experience both pleasant and efficient. Core Responsibilities Acts as a liaison between the patient, technologist, nurse and/or physician. Assists in transporting patients to and from patient care units to radiology when necessary, as directed by Manager Assists in the transfer of patients to and from stretchers and wheelchairs to exam table. Changes patients as directed by technologist for procedures. Assists with mobility of patients on table. Provides clerical support to film room and front office, as necessary. Answers telephone calls and takes messages, as required. Minimum Requirements High School Graduate/GED / Equivalent Work Experience Previous patient care experience BLS certification through American Heart Association Intermediate computer skills, excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills Must be able to walk and stand or extended periods with the ability to lift, push and pull Salary Range - $16.36 - $23.14 hourly (Based on experience) Additional information To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Shore Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, orientation or expression; marital status, domestic partnership status, civil union status, pregnancy, race, creed, ancestry, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, genetic information, or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.