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The function of the Radiology Hospital Aide for the Department of Diagnostic Imaging is to provide essential customer service support. The Radiology Hospital Aide completes organizational and exam preparation tasks with the purpose of assisting patients and OHSU Staff to complete diagnostic procedures. They are to assist with an array of clinical and clerical duties. Their primary responsibility is to assist with providing a safe and customer friendly environment within the Department of Diagnostic Imaging.

• Supports patient safety needs and provides patient monitoring. Escorts patients and family members to/from the waiting room, prepare patient for their exam, and provide patient with non-technical exam information.

• Stocks linen and supplies in exam rooms. Unpacks supplies and stocks storeroom. Picks up supplies, pharmaceuticals, and cafeteria orders as needed. Assists in the supply ordering process by identifying needs as well as looking for expired supplies.

• Reviews and verifies that all upcoming imaging protocols have been completed by a radiologist, and notifies a technologists if there are some that are incomplete.

• Provides patient transportation and escorts patients throughout OCB – Knight Cancer Institute as needed.

• Is flexible about rotating from one area of Diagnostic Radiology to another with ease and assisting in other departments as needed.
• Other duties assigned.

• High School diploma or GED

   

• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)

• Patient care experience 

Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  (Competencies):

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

• CMA License
• Previous Radiology aide experience preferred.
• Familiarity with CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, PET and General radiology imaging processes to assist with multi-tasked duties.
• Experience with patient preparation for CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, PET and General radiology exams preferred.
• Experience with Epic and PACS systems.
• Knowledge of ordering systems, using both logistics and outside vendors preferred.

Direct patient contact is an essential part of this position, and the aide is expected to work within all areas of

the department. The Imaging Services department has designated areas where ionizing radiation and strong

magnetic fields are present. At no time is the employee required to be in designated areas where X-Ray/CT

radiation is actively being delivered. The aide will be expected to work in areas of strong magnetic fields

(MRI) and radioisotope exposure (Nuclear Medicine and PET). The primary location for this position will be

at OCB – Knight Cancer Institute location in Beaverton.

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.