IMAGING TECHNICIAN ASSIST PRN

Company: AdventHealth
Location: Apopka
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Imaging Technologist AssistantLocation: AdventHealth Apopka--- AdventHealth Apopka is a seven-story, 120-bed hospital offering an extensive range of services including expanded surgical services, advanced surgical suites and a catheterization lab--- The hospital also features a 30,000-square-foot emergency department with pediatric-friendly beds, imaging services, a full-service cafeteria, chapel, gift shop and on-site fire station--- The hospital opened in December 2017, replacing the 50-bed hospital that AdventHealth had operated in downtown Apopka for more than four decadesAll the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:Student Loan Repayment ProgramCareer DevelopmentWhole Person Wellbeing ResourcesMental Health Resources and SupportOur promise to you:Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.Schedule: PRNShift: VARIBLEThe role you'll contribute:Assists technologists and provides support for the imaging department.The value you'll bring to the team:--- Assists technologists in positioning patients for radiology procedures--- Follows radiation/magnetic field safety procedures and guidelines--- Assists with room turnover and restocking of supplies--- Informs patient of their destination. Communicates with Monitor techs and Nursing staff when transporting patients. Identifies patient whereabouts on patient transport logs. Communicates with requesting department of any delays and cancellations--- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills for age-specific factors necessary to effectively treat and care for patients of all ages (neonate/infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatrics)--- Ensures equipment is clean and functioning properly before/after each transport--- Demonstrates appropriate use of PPE--- Identifies safety issues, intervenes and notifies supervisor. Operates equipment in a safe manner and adheres to all infection control standards--- May transport pharmaceutical waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area. Employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling pharmaceutical waste) to include proper handling and transport of pharmaceutical waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment--- Maintains a knowledge and understanding of process improvement initiatives for the department--- Attends all meetings and seminars as instructed by department director/manager--- Escorts/transports patients between clinical areas and verifies patient identities, according to policies and procedures--- Performs other duties as assignedQualificationsThe expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE STRONGLY PREFERRED:Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionalsKnowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industryAbility to multitaskMust be able to read, write and speak conversational EnglishBasic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft OfficeEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:High School Grad or EquivalentEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:--- Associate's degree or Technical degree in a related field, or combination of High School degree and related experience--- One year of technical experienceLICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Basic Life Support (BLS) - CPR CertThis facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.Category: Radiology/ImagingOrganization: AdventHealth ApopkaSchedule: Per DiemShift: 1 - DayReq ID: 24037854We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.

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