ELLIS MEDICINE POSITION DESCRIPTION TITLE: RADIOLOGY SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL DEPARTMENT: RADIOLOGY REPORTS TO: SUPERVISOR SECTION I: BASIC FUNCTION: Primary function is to provide efficient inpatient, outpatient, and ED patient throughput in all areas of the Radiology department to include but not limited to Ultrasound, CT, Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and MRI. This individual will ensure a safe patient environment with visual patient observation, coordinating arrivals and returns according to patient needs and medical condition.
This individual will be responsible for all requests, both to and from the Radiology Department. The Supervisors of each modality will provide ancillary support and direction for the daily workflow and communicating any specific requests or concerns. An integral component consists of strong, interpersonal skills with an emphasis on collaboration with support services, physicians, technologists, patients, and families.
Technical tasks involve utilizing computer skills and a multi-line phone efficiently on an ongoing basis. Candidates will also participate in the registration and check-in process of outpatient exams as well as obtaining proper prescriptions and approvals for such exams. Candidates will possess strong HIPAA knowledge and practice skills.
Secondarily provides patient care needs when based on direct observation. SECTION II: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT(S): High school diploma required. Advanced Degree preferred.
Previous background in healthcare with hands on patient contact and patient care experience is highly desirable. Previous experience or knowledge of a Radiology Department is a plus Excellent interpersonal skills with other members of staff and patients Knowledge and understanding of hospital functions Medical terminology knowledge preferred SECTION III: PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The position is located indoors under normal working conditions.
Should be able to push/pull 50 lb., lift/move 50 lb. from floor to table, be able to perform moderately difficult manual manipulations such as using a key board, writing and filing for extended periods of time, must be able to perform tasks which require hand-eye coordination such as data entry, typing and using photo copiers. Mobility requirements may include the ability to sit at a computer terminal or work station for a prolonged period of time in addition to being able to squat, stand and walk for a reasonable length of time and distance.
SECTION IV: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION: Observes patients and reports to Radiologic Technologists any observations related to patient Assist Technologists in patient transfers and patient positioning Provides directions on having patients change for required exams Stock linen in all departments, remove soiled linen Stock supplies in exam rooms Transport ED patients and inpatients to and from radiology modalities when needed Check-in and registration of patients as needed on a rotational basis Excellent person-to-person skills including verbal and non-verbal interactions Adaptability with day-to-day changes to meet departmental needs Ability to multi-task Optimization of outpatient schedules with the assistance of Supervisors and Technologists Cross training for interdepartmental efficiencies required SECTION V: ADDITIONAL NOTES: SECTION VI: Date: 10/30/2019, 9/23/2022 Prepared By: Christa LaMore, Director of Radiology Approved By: CNO, Meredith Robison COO, Kim Baker Dates Revised: 12/15/2015, 10/30/2019, 9/23/2022