Clinical Tech Assistant - Nuclear Medicine - First Shift
Work Arrangement: On-Site
Requisition Number: 271168
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Location:
Durham, NC, US, 27710
Personnel Area: DUKE HOSPITAL
Date: Aug 14, 2026
At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that
changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No
matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health
together.
About Duke University Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North
Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States.
The largest of the four Duke Healthhospitals with 1062 patient beds, it
features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a
regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.
Location: Duke University Hospital
Work Week: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm
General Description of the Job Class
Perform a variety of duties to assist the technical staff in department
operations.
Duties and Responsibilities of this Level
Level I:
Provide technical assistance by assisting with movement of patients to and
from radiographic tables.
Clean assigned work area and equipment, stock radiographic rooms with
supplies and stock clean linen, dispose of soiled laundry.
Provide transport of non-oxygen and oxygen patients to and from various
hospital locations.
Pick up and deliver specimens, equipment, supplies, and messages as
directed.
Assist technologists with duties related to completion of imaging
procedures including but not limited to assisting with dressing and
undressing and positioning patients for specific procedures.
Respond to patient calls promptly and check on patients according to
department procedures.
Assist technologist with procedure performance. Move and set up
radiographic equipment in non-sterile setting.
Provide general patient care according to departmental procedures;
administer to emotional and physical needs of patients; respond to patient
request promptly. Provide prompt and courteous response to needs and
requests of patients, family and visitors and to respond to questions
politely with clear, accurate information.
Compile, record, maintain and file information as requested for accurate
and up-to-date patient and departmental records/reports; ticket-to-ride
and maintain travel logs.
Initiate calls and contact appropriate personnel to obtain or provide
emergency services when a critical situation arises and demands immediate
attention.
Monitor the medical status of patients in Radiology.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Level II: In addition to Level 1 activities above...
Set up and clean imaging rooms.
Set up instruments and equipment for specific procedures.
Enter patient data on radiographic studies into computer.
Assist technical staff with patient prep for interventional procedures.
Schedule patients for procedures as requested.
Assist technologist with procedure performance. Move and set up
radiographic equipment in sterile setting, set up sterile trays for
procedures. Clean non-disposable equipment with appropriate solution.
Label and wrap instruments for sterilization.
Assist technologists with processing of images.
Perform charging of procedures as directed.
Assist radiographic staff with completion of radiographic studies by entry
of patient data into computer; move equipment; record patient information
on appropriate images; maintain effective coordination of activities with
others.
Monitor inventory levels of requisite supplies; order and organize stock
so that it is properly maintained and to avoid loss due to expiration.
Set up special procedure trays and equipment using sterile techniques or
as appropriate to the setting. Assist medical and technical staff with
patient preparation.
Process images and copy film, as requested.
Clean instruments and equipment as required.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being
performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended
to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of
personnel so classified.
Required Qualifications at this Level
Education
Level 1
Work requires the ability to understand and follow oral and written
instructions. High School diploma or equivalent preferred, or prior
experience in customer service or healthcare.
Level 2
Work requires the ability to understand and follow oral and written
instructions. High School diploma or equivalent preferred, or prior
experience in customer service or healthcare.
Experience
Level I
Completion of the patient transport safety training program with 30 days
of hire.
Level II
Completion of patient transport safety training program - Two years
experience as a Clinical Tech Assistant I
Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
Level I
BLS
Level II
BLS
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Level I
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to perform the heavy lifting required in the movement of patients
and the transport of patients in either wheelchairs, stretchers or beds.
Able to work with minimal supervision.
Level II
Excellent customer service skills
Patient transport safety training
Ability to perform complex tasks
Ability to perform the heavy lifting required in the movement of patients
and the transport of patients in either wheelchair, stretchers or beds.
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment
opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender,
gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin,
race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions),
sexual orientation or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation,
creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust
exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our
perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this
exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and
welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all
voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold
these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions:
Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include
essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental
abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable
accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
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