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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Radiological Services Attendant.
In this role, the successful candidate assists X-Ray Technologist with preparing patients and exam areas for various radiologic examinations. Maintains equipment , supply levels and cleanliness of exam rooms. Receives guidance from Manager/Supervisor and Lead X-Ray Technologist.
Job Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates knowledge of the organizations mission and core values and incorporates them into the performance of duties.
- Prepares patient for procedure.
- Gathers and sets up equipment and supplies according to departmental procedures; notifies Technologist of patient arrival.
- Serves as a liasion between front desk, lead technologists, RNs, physicians and patients.
- Escorts patients from waiting area to changing rooms to procedure rooms.
- Uses standard procedures to identify the correct patient.
- Asks patient to confirm his/her identity by stating their first name. Introduces self to the patient in a pleasant and courteous manner.
- Gives patient appropriate gown/shorts for examination requested . May assist to lift and transfer patient onto the exam table.
- Provides for patient comfort before , during and after the procedure , which may include: staying with the patient while the technologist leaves the room.
- Recognizes need for and follows isolation precautions.
- Demonstrates skill in using the hospital and radiology information systems as they relate to radiology.
- When needed, may assist patients with safely guiding them to bathroom facilities and/or administer urinals.
- Ensures the exam rooms are sufficiently stocked and neat; changes linen bags throughout the day and replenishes linen and other supllies as needed.
- Cleans the rooms after every patient.
- Assists with other duties as required including answering phones taking messages, administering surveys, etc.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 1 year healthcare-related experience, must include customer service experience with direct patient contact.
- Demonstrated ability and knowledge of proper body mechanics in order to lift patients.
Preferred Qualifications:
High School Degree or the equivalent.
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
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At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.
NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $45,831.10 - $49,862.87 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
