Job Description

Location Detail: MMH-71 Haynes Street (10627)

Work where every moment matters.

 
Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network as a Clinical Nurse Educator.

The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Radiology Tech Aide performs specific tasks supporting the delivery of patient care in an assigned area. Works under the direction of a Registered Technologist and/or Registered Nurse. Assists with receiving patients in the exam room, proper positioning of patients for exams, discussing exams and preps with patients. Prepare examination rooms and ensure equipment is clean and ready for use. Maintain patient comfort, safety, and confidentiality. Stock supplies and manage inventory in the department. Assists in the transport of patients to and from the designated exam area and with other duties as assigned. Will assist Technologist on recording patient history on screening questionnaire.

COMPETENCIES:

· Must become certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support within introductory period of the position and maintain clinical competency during employment with HHC in this role.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time.

Job-Specific Competency

1. Performs patient transportation duties to ensure patient safety and care.

2. Positions patients correctly for exams.

3. Utilizes proper body mechanics in moving patients.

4. Assists patients to obtain required information on questionnaire.

5. Documents correctly into Meditech system.

6. Keeps inventory levels adequate at end of shift.

7. Follows proper procedure to ensure authorizations are obtained.

8. Uses safety devices such as patient straps, patient slider, Velcro straps.

9. Assists in training new staff.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

• At least one year of previous medical experience preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge of Word and Excel.
• Bilingual capabilities in Spanish are desirable, but not required.

We take great care of careers

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment

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