PT Imaging Tech Assistant
Wellstar Health Systems

Job Info

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Overview

When you join one of Georgia's largest and most integrated health systems, you'll be a fundamental part of our commitment to providing personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life. Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care and inclusive culture, Wellstar empowers our teams to work as one to improve the health and well-being of the individuals and communities we serve.

• Schedule: Full Time
• Shift: Evening Shift
• Level: 6+ years of experience
  

Success Profile
Find out what it takes to succeed as a PT Imaging Tech Assistant:

• Leader
• Compassionate
• Patient
• Problem Solver
• Communicator
• Technologically Savvy

Hear From Our Team Members




"Wellstar provides me with a platform to excel in patient care. I am able to provide quality sonograms, create calm, compassionate and inviting atmospheres, and engage with patients at their need levels. In essence, I am able to do what I love, providing patients with an excellent, total healthcare experience."
Collette
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer




"I like to take time out of my day to chat with patients whenever possible. I am extremely passionate about being able to positively affect patient's lives. Having this opportunity is definitely the best part of my job at Wellstar."
Desiree
CT Technologist

Benefits that Reflect Your Contributions

• Your Pay
  A compensation program designed for fair and equitable pay.
  
• Your Future
  Secure your future with plans that also include an employer match. Plans and guidance for the future.
  
• Your Wellness
  Traditional healthcare benefits combined with progressive wellness programs to help you be your best self!.
  
• Your Joy
  Special and unique benefits and programs ensuring a balanced life and a workplace culture built on trust.
  

Job Details

Facility: Douglas Hospital

Wellstar Douglas in Douglasville, Georgia is seeking a PT Imaging Tech Assistant. The days and hours for the position are Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 1:00p - 11:30p - this position will receive evening and weekend shift differentials. The Imaging Tech Assistant functions under the direction of the department supervisors or Manager. Providing safe, age appropriate care to the patients in accordance with Policy and Procedures. Maintains good working relationships with managers, staff, physicians and their staff. Assist technologists and/or nurses with patient throughput, transporting patients, performs patient advocate functions, and assists with supply and room stocking activities. May perform Front Office tasks, registration, scheduling, answering phones, and insurance eligibility checks.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Transportation of patients; Must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs

a.Meets service recovery and customer service guidelines as needed

b.Utilizes the EMR transport module and timely enters applicable information.

c.Transports patients, along with necessary items (IV poles, O2 tanks, etc.).

d.Informs technologists of potential patient safety issues; fall risk precautions, infection control precautions and standard precautions.

e.Maintains standard precautions in all patient interactions

f.Assists in getting patients on and off the stretchers or beds as required

g.Assists with observation of patients while in the department

h.Performs patient advocate role for patients while in the department

i.Introduces self to patient and/or family upon entering room

j.Identifies patient using 2 identifiers

k.Explains where patient is going when transporting between departments

l.Performs appropriate hand-offs per protocol

m.Ensures confidentiality of patient information to remain compliant with HIPPA guidelines

n.Can verbalize their role in response to WellStar Emergency Plans
Provides for room turnover activities to facilitate patient throughput

a.Helps maintain exam rooms with supplies and linens

b.Inventories paper forms and orders as needed

c.Follows procedure for transporting and disposing of dirty equipment.

d.Assists with other duties as assigned

e.Stocks rooms and rotates stock to avoid expiration of supplies
Cleaning and maintenance

a.Cleans/dusts equipment, utilizing appropriate disinfecting agent

b.Ensures that supply room and dirty utility rooms are appropriately maintained

c.Ensures logs are properly filled out and completed daily.

d.Answers telephone with appropriate scripting

e.Completes required paperwork per policy.

f.Maintains cleanliness of all equipment and work area

g.Changes linens on beds for all patients while in the procedure room
Must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs.

a.Knows the existing lines of communication and authority, handles communications properly and is dependable, cooperative and emotionally stable.

b.Assists Therapists, Front Office, nursing and other staff in any other way required as appropriate.

c.Meets service recovery and customer service guidelines as needed.

Required Minimum Education:

• High school diploma Required

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) Upon Hire Required

Additional Licenses and Certifications:

• Must obtain medical terminology training within twelve (12) months within 180 Days Preferred

Required Minimum Experience:

• Less than 1 year Clinical experience in a healthcare setting. Medical Imaging experience preferred. Preferred

Required Minimum Skills:

• Demonstrates good communication skill and handwriting
• Must be able to communicate and understand verbal and written English language display a positive attitude

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Mission, Vision & Values
At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients' and team members' expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery.

Our Mission
To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.

Our Vision
Deliver worldclass health care to every person, every time.

Our Values

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  We serve with compassion
  
  
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  We pursue excellence
  
  
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  We honor every voice
  
  

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