Job Information
Trinity Health Radiology Imaging Care Assistant -Contingent in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Employment Type:
Part time
Shift:
Rotating Shift
Description:
The Imaging Care Assistant in Radiology will, under the direction of a procedures coordinator, provides continuous observation of assigned patient(s) in the holding room and notifies modality personnel if patient(s) requires assistance, exhibits changes in behaviors or require(s) any other intervention. The ICA facilitates communication between modality staff and patients regarding imaging procedures.
Contingent position offering a 20 hours per week scheduled on varied shifts. Excellent entry-level opportunity.
St. Joseph offers a full range of radiology services including a complete line of minimally invasive interventional procedures. Combining their clinical expertise with leading-edge technologies. Our imaging centers are accredited by the American College of Radiology (http://www.acr.org/) (ACR). The ACR’s core values include leadership, integrity, quality, and innovation. In addition, we participate in the ACR’s Image Wisely ® and Image Gently ® campaigns promoting radiation safety in both adult and children’s medical imaging.
REQUIRED EDUCATION / LICENSURE
Education: High school diploma or GED
Experience: No experience required. Successful completion of a formal department orientation is required to meet the quality and productivity standards of the job.
Certification: BLS required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs supervision of inpatients and ED patients as they are delivered to the department prior to imaging. Remains with and observes the assigned patient at all times under direct observation.
Introduces self to patients/families and explains role (to assist in maintaining a safe environment)
Provides timely feedback and follow up to radiology staff regarding patient response. Receives and provides report to other caregivers.
Promptly responds to patient requests. Inform patients about planned procedures and treatments in order to reduce fear and anxieties and to encourage patient cooperation.
Performs patient care functions within but not limited to Cerner PowerChart systems and RAdnet system.
Records patient lab results and required data in appropriate areas.
Transports patients as needed.
Checks and restocks supplies as needed.
Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills. Performs other unit specific duties as delegated.
Seeks ongoing learning experiences by attending appropriate in-services, continuing education and mandatory programs.
Attends annual radiation safety in-service as modality requires. Applies awareness of potential radiation hazards and observes appropriate radiation safety
BENEFITS AVAILABLE TO YOU AS A COLLEAGUE OF SJMHS
Competitive compensation
Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout SJMHS and Trinity Health
Tuition Reimbursement
Free parking in proximity to your workplace.
Click Here (https://www.stjoeshealth.org/careers/current-openings/benefits) to learn more about the benefits, culture and career development opportunities available to you at Saint Joseph Mercy Health System.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
EOE including disability/veteran