Radiological Services Attendant

Allied Health --> Radiology New York, NY • ID: 1162539_RR00117620 • Full-Time/Regular NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation. Vizient Inc. has ranked NYU Langone the No. 1 comprehensive academic medical center in the country for three years in a row, and U.S. News & World Report recently placed nine of its clinical specialties among the top five in the nation. NYU Langone offers a comprehensive range of medical services with one high standard of care across 6 inpatient locations, its Perlmutter Cancer Center, and over 320 outpatient locations in the New York area and Florida. With $14.2 billion in revenue this year, the system also includes two tuition-free medical schools, in Manhattan and on Long Island, and a vast research enterprise with over $1 billion in active awards from the National Institutes of Health. For more information, go to NYU Langone Health, and interact with us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram. 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 prcedures; 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. NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. 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…