Job Description
Company Description University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.
A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.
Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health owns and operates:
University of Maryland Aberdeen Medical Center (UM AMC), Aberdeen, MD
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD
The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD
The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD
The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD
Job Description Under general supervision, assists with clinical and clerical duties in the department to ensure efficient patient care and turnaround times. Moves and transports patients to and from beds and ambulatory devices to and from imaging areas. Uses acceptable and proper body mechanics while maintaining patient comfort and safety. Performs computer related tasks within the electronic health record and Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS). Interacts with patients ranging in age from neonate to geriatric.
Qualifications Education & Training: High school diploma or other combination of training and experience sufficient to meet reading, writing and verbal communication requirements is required. American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS required.
Work Orientation & Experience : Previous relevant experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
Skills & Abilities: Ability to work calmly in a busy medical department environment. Visual and hearing abilities sufficient to receive, understand, and act upon clerical and technical instructions given in person, over the telephone, computer screens, and in writing. Physical abilities necessary to assist patients in dressing preparation and procedure related movements as well as transporting patients to/from exam area. Ability to respond politely to anxious patient and family members, rapidly changing work priorities from technologists, supervisors, and physicians.
Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation - Pay Range: $17-$22.28
- Other Compensation (if applicable): shift differenials available
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