Rad Tech Asst

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JOB INFORMATION

Effective Date:

3/1/2017

Entity:

Wisconsin

Job Code:

500020

Job Title:

Rad Tech Asst

Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Management Level:

Individual Contributor

JOB SUMMARY

The Radiology Technologist Assistant performs a wide variety of routine duties including clerical, technical and patient related functions. The Technologist Assistant is responsible for assisting members of the patient care team and providing a broad range of health care services such as:  patient check-in, exam review, preparation for the visit, patient education, assistance with exams and procedures, and patient transporting.   The Radiology Technologist Assistant is trained to use a wide variety of radiographic equipment, computers, and software.  

The Radiology Technologist Assistant may be assigned to work in a variety of imaging sections, assist multiple radiology modalities and/or clinical services per operational needs.  The incumbent must be able to resolve conflict and endure the pressures associated with a constantly changing work environment. 

The incumbent assists with exams on adults, geriatric patients, adolescents, and pediatric age groups and performs patient assessment within the scope of practice. The exams may be performed in the various Radiology Imaging sections and at a variety of clinical sites.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

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The Radiology Technologist Assistant is competent in assisting with imaging exams. S/He assists with diagnostic exams, performs clerical duties including record keeping, and maintains high quality services.

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Communicates effectively with patients/families and all care providers.

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Interacts with staff and co-workers in a manner that promotes positive working relationships.

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Checks the order for complete information and appropriateness criteria.

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Schedules exams as needed.

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Obtains sufficient information to determine whether the procedure should be performed immediately or within a specific time frame.

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Adheres to established section and organizational protocols, QA guidelines, and regulatory requirements.

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Assist with coordinating work assignments to ensure a smooth workflow.

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Sets up the imaging room to coincide with the examination being performed to include the use of proper isolations precautions when needed.

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Verifies two patient identifiers.

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Provide quality customer service, explains all studies to patient in a clear manner, and provide information and resources to patient and family.

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Safely transfers patient to and from carts, beds and wheelchairs utilizing multiple lifting devices.

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Positions the patient, ensuring patient comfort and modesty.

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Exhibits caring attitude when relating to patients.

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Engages in professional and ethical conduct.

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Maintains a clean, orderly, well-stocked room.

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Accurately records patient exams and follow proper billing procedures.

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Rotate within departments and clinics for proper coverage.

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Notifies appropriate staff when equipment malfunctions.

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Knowledge of reporting system if/when assigned to Mammography.

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Maintains licensure, certifications and ongoing CEUs for professional development on a timely basis.

ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.

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Clinical

(Select all that apply)

X

Infants (Birth - 11 months)

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Toddlers (1 - 3 years)

X

Preschool (4 - 5 years)

X

School Age (6 - 12 years)

X

Adolescent (13 - 19 years)

X

Young Adult (20 - 40 years)

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Middle Adult (41 - 65 years)

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Older Adult (Over 65)

JOB REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma

or equivalent

Required

Associate's Degree

in a relevant field

Preferred

Prior experience in healthcare or customer service.

Required

1 year

of relevant experience

Preferred

CPR certification

within 3 months

Required

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Knowledge of basic anatomy preferred.

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Basic knowledge of sterile techniques, universal precautions, OSHA standards and personal radiation protection practices preferred.

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Strong customer service and verbal/written communication skills.

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Self-motivated & directed with regard to an increasing level of understanding and knowledge.

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Ability to handle multiple tasks/projects and meets objectives and deadlines.

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Effective oral and written professional communication skills.

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Ability to demonstrate ethical and professional behaviors at all times.

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Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.

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Ability to comply with all HIPAA requirements.

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Ability to use initiative and independent judgment.

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Ability to work independently.

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Ability to work with others to attain common goals.

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Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, healthcare professionals and external vendors.

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Capable of demonstrating flexibility with demands of external/internal customers placed on operating functions of the department.

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Basic computer skills.

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Physical ability to lift and position patients and assist with patient transfers utilizing beds or stretchers.

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Understands/Demonstrates the UW Health mission, vision and values throughout job performance.

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Ability to work overtime as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

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Sedentary: Ability to lift up to 10 pounds maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as dockets, ledgers and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one, which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and other sedentary criteria are met.

Up to 10#

Negligible

Negligible

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Light: Ability to lift up to 20 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Even though the weight lifted may only be negligible amount, a job is in this category when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

up to 20#

Up to 10# or requires significant walking or standing or requires pushing/pulling of arm/leg controls.

Negligible or constant push/pull of items of negligible weight

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Medium: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

20-50#

10-25#

Negligible-10#

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Heavy: Ability to lift up to 100 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

50-100#

25-50#

10-20#

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Very Heavy: Ability to lift over 100 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing over 50 pounds.

Over 100#

Over 50#

Over 20#

Other - list any other physical requirements or bona fide occupational qualifications not indicated above:

Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.