Patient / Material Transport Aide

Position Title: Patient/Material Transport Aide

Reports To: Director of Radiology

Department: Radiology – 7040

Position Number: 15

Salary Grade: S05A

Broad Function:

Responsible for transporting patients to and from the Radiology Department. Performs duties involving the operation of equipment necessary; assists on other non-technical departmental duties.

Major Responsibilities:

• Responsible for transport of patients to and from the department for their x-ray examinations.
• Assists physicians/others in locating x-rays and/or reports.
• Oversees basic office functions for defined periods as needed. Scheduling call reports.
• Assists in filing of reports and films.
• Answers the telephone and deals with all telephone requests as appropriate.
• Assists in non-technical duties in the department such as burn/import CD’s, and clerical duties as designated by the Director.
• Possess high ethical standards with respect to discretion and regard for confidentiality.
• Works with Director on specific projects and/or reports as assigned.
• Participates in inter-departmental, hospital and/or community programs as assigned.
• Utilizes the principles of Total Quality.
• Demonstrates age specific competencies as per department standards.
• Demonstrates clinical and technical competencies as per department standards.
• Moves and/or lifts patients using good body mechanics.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working in a health care setting preferable.
• Must possess excellent communication skills.
• Must be CPR certified.