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Catholic Health
Radiology Assistant-Per Diem
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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.
$38,923 / year median in New York
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Overview By growing in every aspect of patient experience and quality, Catholic Health is becoming the most preferred choice on Long Island. From the bedside to the exam room to training and safety and every human moment in between — we're dedicated to providing better care for our communities. Every patient. Every moment. That's what it means to be dedicated to better. A member of Catholic Health, Good Samaritan University Hospital, is a non-profit 537- bed (including 100 nursing home beds) teaching hospital and a member of Catholic Health. With almost 900 physicians on staff, and a level I Trauma Center, we care for well over 100,000 patients annually across the south shore of Long Island. Our reputation for excellence is built on great choices and empowered leadership, and fosters a team that is focused on evidence based practice, continual learning and exceptional quality of care.
Job Details Responsibilities:
- Determine appropriateness of examinations and contact physicians to clarify or modify orders when necessary
- Transfer patients on/off exam tables
- Transport patients through the ER to the CT Scanner and/or radiology department
- Answers telephones in a timely manner
- Communicates with professionalism at all times
- For outpatients, check prescriptions to ensure patient demographics are correct, physician signature present, and reason for exam listed
- For inpatients, check requisitions for accuracy, including verify patient identification, physician's signature, and diagnosis.
- Arrange transport
- Assist in procedure rooms
- Update technologists with appointment status (cancelations, changes, etc).
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Computer Skills Required
- Enrolled in an accredited Radiology program; preferred
- BLS required- America Heart Association Posted Salary Range USD $22.