About this role
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Radiology Tech Assistant, you will transport patients to and from Imaging Services in a friendly, safe, and timely manner, providing essential support for both patients and technologists. Every day you will assist technologists with room set-up, greet patients, schedule exams, answer telephones, transfer patients on/off exam tables, compile patient histories, pull previous exams, and complete necessary paperwork. To be successful in this role, you will possess excellent customer service skills, proper phone etiquette, and a courteous, caring, professional attitude. You will be able to efficiently and safely provide direct patient care, complemented by administrative support.
- Competently transports patients, manages handoff communication, and conveys information to the technologist.
- Assists in gathering pertinent patient history, recognizes exam inconsistencies or contraindications, and notifies the technologist.
- Minimizes radiation exposure (ALARA), uses appropriate PPE, and operates equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
- Performs necessary equipment cleaning and environmental maintenance for infection control.
- Provides patients with test and procedure explanations, addresses concerns, and assists with positioning for exams.
- Maintains current CPR certification and completes all mandatory hospital patient safety and compliance training.
Job Requirements
Required
- High School Diploma/G.E.D.
- Current Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association
Preferred
- Previous direct patient care experience
- Emergency Medical Technician
Where You’ll Work
Penrose - St. Francis Health Services is a full-service, 712-bed acute care provider in Colorado Springs comprising Penrose Hospital, St. Francis Hospital and St. Francis Hospital - Interquest. Penrose Hospital serves as the anchor hospital of Penrose-St. Francis Health Services with 300-licensed beds and the ability to provide tertiary (high tech) medical-surgical services with an emphasis on elective and outpatient care. Established in 1890, Penrose Hospital has grown to become a major health treatment and referral center, specializing in cancer care, cardiac care, emergency trauma care and physical rehabilitation. It's an incredible time to join us as we are a proud Magnet Hospital with designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for superior quality in nursing care. With more than 300 days of annual sunshine, mild winters and easy-to-access recreational areas like Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and some of Colorado's top destination resorts, you will enjoy an incredible lifestyle while having the career you've always wanted.