Radiology Care Assistant (CNA experience Preferred) - ...

Overview At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people u2013 the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the mission, vision and values that define our organization. As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy. What sets SCA Health apart isnu2019t just what we do, itu2019s how we do it. Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values: + Clinical quality + Integrity + Service excellence + Teamwork + Accountability + Continuous improvement + Inclusion Our values arenu2019t empty words u2013 they inform our attitudes, actions and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians and communities. Here, youu2019ll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians and improve health care in America. At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Please visit, to learn more about our benefits. Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, they will. Responsibilities JOB KNOWLEDGE + Adheres to and supports the established policies of the hospital. + Regularly updates knowledge of all departments and hospital protocol and procedure changes. + Enhances professional growth and development by accepting responsibility for remaining current and competent by reviewing current literature, attending inservice education and staff meetings. + Knows location of and how to use Safety Data Sheets. Cognitive / Critical Thinking Skills Required + Uses good judgment and problem solving to provide patient services. + Performs independent problem solving. + Makes decisions logically and deliberately. + Performs actions that demonstrate accountability. + Exercises good judgment in decision making. + Sets sound priorities for sequencing and completing activities. + Is consistently alert to progress of any potential problem(s) with a patient. + Is consistently aware of patient safety. + Knows how to seek resources for direction and utilizes resources, when necessary. + Verifies encounter notes. + Tracks dictation report and faxing of reports to referring physicians, as needed. PRODUCTIVITY + Completes assignments within required time frame according to established schedule or workload requirements. + Reports to work on time as scheduled and is punctual in returning from meals and breaks. + Participates, as requested, in continuous quality improvement, quality assurance, and quality control activities for the hospital. + Plans and organizes work effectively, works systematically, and prioritizes tasks. + Works accurately and thoroughly. + Demonstrates initiative in completing job responsibilities. + Maintains clean, safe, and orderly work area. + Works overtime as requested (assigned) by supervisor due to workload or staffing shortage. + Performs supply inventory and rotation, notifies a technologist of low amounts. + Maintains department facilities, equipment, and materials in a condition to promote efficiency, health, comfort, and safety of patients and staff. + Obtains necessary patient scheduling information. + Verifies insurance in conjunction with scheduled procedures. COMMUNICATION + Maintains confidentiality of patient, department, and hospital information. + Receives and relays appropriate information accurately and quickly. + Notifies supervisor of unusual conditions or problems encountered in dealing with patients, physicians, nursing and other personnel. + Communicates self-learning needs to supervisor. + Assists in orientation and training of new personnel. Interpersonal Skills and Behaviors Required - Communication + Strives to achieve service satisfaction goals and objectives with all internal and external contacts and interactions. + Demonstrates ability to work effectively with all whom he/she comes in contact intra- and inter-departmentally. + Demonstrates ability to work flexible hours based on the needs of the facility. + Demonstrates ability to work in a demanding situation, changing focus of work due to changing priorities. + Utilizes appropriate channel of communication when resolving conflict. + Independently handles communication in a manner which decreases conflict. + Utilizes problem-solving techniques to prevent conflict and promote discussion. + Conveys essential patient information to members of the healthcare team. + Reports to oncoming staff pertinent information during the required time frame. + Reports promptly any critical or unusual situations. + Provides psychological support to families. + Uses terminology the patient and family understand. + Demonstrates caring behavior. + Treats patient and family with respect. + Is courteous toward patients, visitors and co-workers. + Smiles and makes eye contact. + Introduces self and calls other by name. + Helps people who look confused or lost. + Is considerate of othersu2019 feelings and concerns. + Is pleasant and cooperative with others. + Is respectful toward patients, visitors and co-workers. + Respects patientsu2019 privacy. + Treats patients with care, dignity and compassion. + Calls patients by preferred name. + Maintains open and honest communication. + Demonstrates sense of caring about othersu2019 feelings. PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS + Meets dress code standards of assigned unit, appearance is neat and clean. + Completes annual educational requirements. + Maintains regulatory requirements, including all federal, state, local regulations and accrediting organization standards. + Reports to work on time and as scheduled; completes work within designated time. + Wears identification while on duty; uses computerized punch time system correctly. + Completes in-services and returns in a timely fashion. + Attends annual review and department in-services as scheduled. + Attends at least 80% of staff meetings annually; reads and returns all monthly staff meeting minutes. + Represents the organization in a positive manner. + Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. + Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. + Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department. + Must be able to understand written and oral instructions pertaining to machine operations. + Must be acquainted with local fire and safety regulations. + Has knowledge of hospital policies and the functions of the other departments. + Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. + Performs a wide variety of typing assignments, including requisitions, forms, etc. + Greets patients and families in a professional and caring manner. + Answers phones in a timely, professional manner. MAIN JOB DUTIES + Assists in gathering information for the preparation of reports, patient tests, and billing. + Able to schedule procedures and exams in the computer system. + Maintains filing system in the department. + Maintains record-keeping and filing system of reports, films and requisitions according to departmental policies. Classifies, sorts and files correspondence, records, and other documents accordingly. Purges files in accordance with policy. + Files and charts medical reports and related material. + Assigns the proper patient consent form if an injectable study is to be performed. + Assists in locating patient files. + Transports patient to and from the Imaging Services Department. + Maintains department stock and orders supplies as needed. + Performs other duties as requested. + Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. + Burns disk requests and prints reports for Medical Records and the Front Desk. + Maintains the OR technologistsu2019 schedule as a resource for department scheduling. + Assists radiology scheduling as needed. + Helps maintain the equipment and assists in cleaning the department, except for those duties pertaining directly to the Environmental Services staff. + Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including pediatric, geriatric, and general population. + Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical or healthcare errors. + Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. + Explains and informs patients and family members of instructions for imaging procedures. + Ensures patients are properly dressed and prepped for imaging exam. + Transports patients to and from vehicle as needed, as well as to and from other departments of the hospital. + Assists technologists with room turnover. ATTITUDE + Exhibits excellent customer relations by demonstrating cooperation, courtesy, and respect when interacting with patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers. + Respects dignity and privacy of patients and co-workers. + Demonstrates acceptance and flexibility with procedural and assignment changes. + Accepts full responsibility for own actions. + Cooperates with other staff members to achieve department goals and promotes good inter- and intra-department relations and public relations. + Functions calmly and effectively during stressful situations. + Presents professional appearance and follows the dress code at all times, including wearing name tag for identification. Interpersonal Skills Required - Attitude + Exhibits a positive attitude, is flexible in thinking, and amenable to change. + Extends courtesy and an attitude of cooperation while communicating with others. + Accepts suggestions and criticisms objectively and undertakes to change behavior and/or seek further guidance, if needed. + Demonstrates ability to represent Treasure Valley Hospital in a favorable and positive manner. ATTENDANCE + Follows established corporate and facility policies and procedures with regard to attendance. + Adheres to the tardiness policy. + Provides notification of unscheduled absences or tardiness in accordance with established departmental procedures as noted by administrator or designee. + Requests time off according to procedure as noted by administrator or designee. Qualifications License or Certification + BLS required Total Education, Vocational Training, and Experience + High School diploma or equivalent. + Excellent communication skills, word processing skills, standard office procedure practices, and familiarity with medical terminology preferred. + Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. + Must be organized. + Must be able to understand written and oral instructions pertaining to scheduling and physician requests. + Must always be courteous and attentive to the patients. USD $18.00/Hr. USD $22.00/Hr.

Created: 2026-03-20