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Biopsy Tech Aide

Radiology Imaging Associates / Invision Sally Jobe, Greenwood Village, CO, United States


Biopsy Tech Aide | Greenwood Village, CO
Reports to Biopsy Supervisor

Employment Type: Full Time

EMTs are highly encouraged to apply!

Radiology Imaging Associates (RIA) is a private radiology practice, composed of over 130 physicians. The group's mission is to improve the health of the patients in the communities we serve by providing them with the highest quality, specialty-based diagnostic imaging, image-guided therapy and associated medical care. A full range of outpatient diagnostic and interventional services is offered though Invision Sally Jobe. The breast care service lines are staffed solely by the breast radiologists.

Summary of Position
Assists radiologists and biopsy personnel with biopsy procedures as well as being responsible for procedural supplies and paperwork. Assists technologists with patient care duties as necessary.

Job Responsibilities

Assist with sterile procedure trays preparation and sterile equipment (under guidance of an RN, draws up medications used to treat breast biopsy patients, this does not include any class scheduled controlled substances).

Assists with patient post-procedure as needed. Holding immediate pressure on biopsy area, placing compression bandage, maintaining homeostasis on patients who have post-operative bleeding

Complete the post care instructions with the patients before they leave the center.

Turnover of biopsy rooms between breast procedures

Orders, sorts, and stocks supplies and all necessary equipment for all biopsy rooms - following all the HCA requirements with procedure supply par-level

Perform quarterly inventory for Breast Procedure Suite supplies

Wash and sanitize biopsy instruments following procedures.

Required to respond to medical emergency including administering CPR

Assists patients with positioning on exam table

Assists patients to prevent falls

Assist with scheduling, obtaining orders, and interacting professionally with other office personnel.

Dispose of hazardous waste and sharps as needed

Enter all patients name and information into the CSC log book for patient follow-up records.

Fill in for biopsy and diagnostic schedulers, front desk staff, as well as phone support staff when needed.

Make pre-op calls to patients 2 days prior to exams.

Organize paperwork for radiologist review for all patients for next business day

Preoperative planning for patients to ensure appropriate prep is completed before patient's biopsy

Schedule review for patient changes

Pre-procedure case management review on a daily basis for Radiologist support

Completes other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Experience/Skill Requirements

Prefer minimum of 2 years of experience in a clinical environment

High School Diploma or GED

Must be able to read, write, and speak in English

Knowledge of sterile technique

Exceptional customer service skills and ability to act in courteous and professional manner at all times

Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced environment

Ability to adapt to various situations, work independently and a quick learner

Good organizational skills

Flexible, dependable, and reliable

Ability to take initiative to complete all tasks under minimal supervision

Must be able to lift 50 lbs

Compensation
Compensation for this role is between $23 to $28 per hour

In accordance with Colorado law, the range provided is Radiology Imaging Associates reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role, and is based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Applications will be received on an ongoing basis, and this position will remain open until filled.

Benefits
Our benefits include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Term life insurance, AD&D, and eap

Long Term Disability

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Voluntary income protection options (ie. supplemental life insurance, accident, critical illness)

Full-time employees will become eligible for benefits on the 1st day of the month following 30 days of employment. Part-time employees may have access to some of these benefits, which may be on a pro-rated basis. PRN employees are not eligible for benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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