Technical Assistant-PRN-Xray department
External Description
Description - External
Grady Health System offers many career paths for your professional growth. Whether you have many years of experience or are in the early stages on your career, you can find a rewarding position at Grady!
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the departments Manager/Supervisor, the technical assistant should have current CPR Certification, organized and detail-oriented. They should be able to multitask and prioritize using good time management skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are also preferred. Additionally, technical assistant should be able to work well independently but also as part of a team. A technical assistant is responsible for assisting a radiologic technologist during the imaging process. They care for patients by transporting them to procedures, answering questions, and preparing them for imaging procedures. It is the technical assistant job to ensure that patients are comfortable and at ease during the imaging process. The technical assistant provides assistance to the radiologic technologist with duties like image processing. Technical assistant also communicates with other members of the health care team to coordinate patient care.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or GED is required.
- Previous job related experience is preferred.
- Basic Life Support Certification from the American Heart Association is required for Imaging Services.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize using good time management skills is preferred.
Equal Opportunity Employer-Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.