Radiology Assistant

Cleveland Clinic

Garfield Heights, OH

Job posting number: #7227803 (Ref:ccf20059565)

Posted: March 11, 2024

Job Description

Serving the needs of Garfield Heights and the Southeast communities of Cuyahoga County since 1949, Marymount Hospital is a 269-registered bed acute care, faith-based hospital and became the first regional hospital to become a member of the Cleveland Clinic Healthcare System in 1995. This Magnet-recognized hospital maintains a strong commitment to the communities it serves through blending compassionate patient care with exceptional medical expertise. At Marymount Hospital, caregivers are guided by the Christian values of service, compassion, dignity and respect and live by the mission of providing world-class healthcare. 


As a Radiology Assistant, you will provide exceptional customer service for patients who are visiting the Radiology department. This role requires someone who can continuously push for a positive Cleveland Clinic experience. A Radiology Assistant is responsible for multitasking in a fast-paced environment. Your primary duties will include:   

Coordinating patient care  

Assuring x-ray rooms are polished and stocked with proper supplies. 

Welcoming patients and their support members upon arrival at the Radiology area.  


The ideal future caregiver is someone who:  

Is empathetic. 

Has excellent communication skills.  

Can adapt to change. 

• Is always energetic.  

Can critically think and problem solve for patients’ best interests.  


This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to discover what customer service truly means to Cleveland Clinic.


At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare. 

 

Responsibilities:

  • Provides a wide variety of patient services and assistance.
  • Greets patient/families upon arrival to the Radiology area.
  • Escorts patient to the appropriate x-ray room and assists patient with gowns, assists in moving patient on and off x-ray table.
  • Ensures physical comfort and safety of the patient.
  • Maintains patient flow to maximize productivity of unit.
  • Assures x-ray rooms are clean and equipped with appropriate supplies and equipment for each patient.
  • Reviews x-ray requisition and computer exam forms to determine type of x-ray required.
  • Utilizes CCF orders systems to place transport orders from radiology to floor and unit.
  • Notifies transport of patient that radiology will bring to the department or return to the floor and unit.
  • Reports to Supervisor immediately on: backlog of patients or problems encountered with equipment, patients and personnel.
  • Performs clerical functions.
  • Processes orders in radiology information system that include scheduling and tracking exams and films.
  • Processes downtime orders and transport orders in the CCF electronic orders system.
  • Assists staff with patient related duties, moving and assisting patient to all areas as needed. Assists patient with activity of daily living.
  • Performs routine duties related to patient care such as assisting with bedpans or in the washroom. Assures patients safety and comfort.
  • Observes patients for medical status and potential need of nursing care, physician care, oxygen, etc. and quickly obtains proper assistance.
  • Performs courier functions as assigned.
  • Takes films to appropriate area for film library processing and delivers films to requesting areas.
  • Transports specimens to lab for processing.
  • Delivers charts as needed.
  • Established and maintains friendly and cooperative relations with those contacted in the course of work.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Education:

  • High school or equivalent.

Certifications:

  • None required.

Complexity of Work:

  • Excellent customer service skills to interact with patients, families, physicians and staff.
  • Ability to understand and follow written instructions.
  • Requires good verbal communication skills to interact with patients.

Work Experience:

  • Minimum one year related experience in physician office, hospital or clinic setting involving patient care or established excellence in direct customer service.

Physical Requirements:

  • Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time; must lift and carry items weighting up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to assist with positioning and transporting patients, i.e., pushing beds, stretchers and wheelchairs.
  • Requires the ability to maneuver equipment and motor coordination to operate equipment.

Personal Protective Equipment:

  • Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.


By embracing and understanding the diversity EVERY ONE brings, Cleveland Clinic has created an inclusive culture that promotes innovation, growth, and new ideas. This has enhanced our ability to attract the best global talent to provide the best patient experience possible. Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment/affirmative action employer: Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Smoke/drug free environment.


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