Radiology Extern-PRN

Rivers Health is seeking a per-diem Radiology Extern.

 

Under the direction of the Medical Imaging Supervisor, is responsible for the transporting of patients by bed, stretcher, or wheelchair to/from the Radiology Department, provide assistance to Medical Imaging Professionals, and perform clerical duties as needed.

• The Radiology Extern/Tech Assistant is allowed to provide assistance, at the direction of the Licensed Medical Imaging Technologist.

 

• Independently assist with transport of patients to and from the Radiology Department.

 

• Assist with moving patients onto and off imaging equipment with direct supervision.

 

• Drive portable X-Ray units to and from the Radiology Department with direct supervision.

 

• Assist with documentation in the EMR with direct supervision.

 

• Independently clean and prepare imaging suites for the next patient.

 

• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation after BLS certification.

 

• Independently guide/walk patients to and from imaging suites.

 

• Effectively communicates in a positive way with patients, employees both inside and outside of the department.

 

• Assist Technologists in preparing and maintaining appropriate records and charges for patients.