CT Imaging Patient Assistant Student - Atrium Health Pineville - PRN

Department: 36317 Atrium Health Pineville - CT Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: No Hou rs Per Week: 0 Schedule Details/Additional Information: PRN, as needed. First year Radiography program student preferred. Pay Range: $18.85 - $28.30 Atrium Health Pineville opened its doors in 1987, a personal brand of care to South Charlotte, Ballantyne, Fort Mill, Rock Hill and beyond. Over the past few decades, we have expanded this campus from its small roots built on former farmland, Atrium Health Pineville has evolved into a major health care hub that provides access to a higher level of care than any other hospital in the area. With unrivaled expertise from Atrium Health specialty care programs, we provide leading-edge healthcare in a local setting. Patients also have access to other highly specialized services, from robotic surgery and neurosurgery to pediatric urology and beyond. Interested in learning more about the benefits of joining our facilities? Check out this video: Atrium Health Radiology – Live Meaningfully - YouTube Supports the Imaging department with patient transport, preparation of exam rooms prior to, during and following imaging procedures, and/or through performing clerical, film, and picture archiving and communication system (PACS) management support functions. This role may also perform front desk responsibilities if department needs require. Major Responsibilities: Assists   patient in preparation for exam ,   provides basic instruction to patients   regarding   routine procedures, transports patients between exam rooms/departments and escorts patients, families, and visitors if department needs   require .     Uses   radiology computer systems to generate requisitions, check schedules, and obtain pertinent patient information   as needed .   Organizes and prepares exam rooms and work areas, including cleaning, stocking, ordering supplies, and   maintaining   equipment , based on department   need .    Greets patients and visitors and responds to routine requests for information,   reports   or film loans. Promptly answers telephone,   screens   calls, schedules patient appointments, and takes messages , if department needs   require .    Acts as a liaison between ordering physician, radiologist, and technologist.    Provides radiology reports and/or radiographic images to staff, physicians,   patients   and/or family upon request. Files, retrieves, and releases health information records and films. Compiles film jackets/discs and completes required forms/documentation.    Documents requested information and promptly   communicates   observations, concerns, and needs of the patient with physicians and other members of the health care team.   Completes routine maintenance and quality monitoring of imaging equipment using appropriate   technique   when cleaning,   sterilizing   and caring for instruments and other equipment , based on department   need .   Assists   with the screening and documentation of MRI implants based on department   need .    Must be able to   demonstrate   knowledge and skills necessary to provide care   appropriate to   the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards. Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)   required   upon hire unless department leader has determined it is not   required .     Education Required: Must be currently enrolled in a Radiologic Technology or Diagnostic Medical Sonography program accredited by an agency recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) and, Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or     High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED), or    High School Graduate. Experience Required: None required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Competent in IV insertion and venipuncture, based on department   need . Excellent communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate with a variety of patients,   staff   and physicians. Excellent customer service and organizational skills. Intermediate computer skills including experience in using computer applications/systems and electronic mail. Must be able to follow directions and work well both independently and with technologists, physicians, and patients. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Must sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist and reach above the shoulders throughout the workday. Must be able to: lift up   to 50 lbs. from floor to waist. lift up   to 20 lbs. over the head. carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance. Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force. perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present. Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with the ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for procedures or other functions. May be exposed to the following hazards on a frequent basis: mechanical, radiation, and electrical as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, protective clothing must be   worn   as necessary. Operates   all equipment necessary to perform the job.    DISCLAIMER All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the