Radiology Patient Transporter

Job Description:

The Radiology Technologist Assistant (Patient Transporter) provides support to imaging technologists in performing various diagnostic imaging procedures. The position assists in preparing patients for imaging exams, ensuring their comfort and safety throughout the process. The incumbent will have a strong understanding of medical imaging procedures, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Shifts and Scheduling

We are currently seeking to hire two full-time caregivers (40 hours per week) to cover the following shifts, with one caregiver assigned to each:

• 5:30 AM – 4:00 PM (Rotating Days)

• 1:00 PM – 11:30 PM (Rotating Days)

Please note that we are only hiring for these specific shifts and will not be considering candidates for alternative schedules.

Essential Functions

• Accountable for safe and effective delivery of patient care under the direction of the technologist.

• Assists in preparing the patient for the exam and is sensitive to their needs while in their care.

• Assists patients on and off procedure tables and to and from procedure rooms.

• Assists and/or oversees coordination of patient care.

• Coordinates patient care and communicates pertinent information to other patient care providers following procedure.

• Routinely inspects transport equipment and notifies appropriate personnel when repair is necessary.

• Transports patients to and from the Imaging department, while ensuring their comfort and safety.

• May perform IV insertion upon certification and skill pass off.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with patients, technologists, and other healthcare professionals.

• Understands and adheres to any specific safety regulations or guidelines for the various imaging modalities

• Basic computer skills and proficiency in using electronic medical record systems.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

• Strong attention to details and the ability to follow instructions accurately

• Works effectively as part of a team

• Maintains a clean, neat, and safe environment for patients and staff

• Ability to prioritize tasks and problem solve.

Skills

• Patient Care

• Customer Service

• Patient Flow

• Clinical Staffing

• Life Support

• Health Care

• IV Insertion

Posting Specifics

• Pay Range: $17.60 - $22.88 (based on relevant experience)

• Benefits Eligible: Yes

• Shift Details: Full Time/40 hours per week

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Caregivers

Preferred experience

• Patient care or customer service experience

• IV Certification- may not be required at all sites

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.

• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.

• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.

• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.

• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)

• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location:

Intermountain Health Intermountain Medical Center

Work City:

Murr