Imaging Patient Assistant

Part-time, PRN (as needed for coverage, PTO, etc.) position with rotating weekends and holiday requirements (1 major and 1 minor holiday). Must be available to work between the hours of 7 p.m. and 7 a.m.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in preparation for exams and provide basic instructions regarding routine procedures.
• Transport patients between exam rooms and departments; escort patients, families, and visitors as needed.
• Use radiology computer systems to generate requisitions, check schedules, and obtain pertinent patient information.
• Organize and prepare exam rooms and work areas, including cleaning, stocking, ordering supplies, and maintaining equipment.
• Greet patients and visitors; respond to routine requests for information, reports, or film loans.
• Answer telephones, screen calls, schedule patient appointments, and take messages as required.
• Act as a liaison between ordering physicians, radiologists, and technologists.
• Provide radiology reports and/or radiographic images to staff, physicians, patients, and/or family upon request.
• File, retrieve, and release health information records and films; compile film jackets/discs and complete required documentation.
• Document requested information and promptly communicate observations, concerns, and patient needs to the healthcare team.
• Perform routine maintenance and quality monitoring of imaging equipment, including cleaning, sterilizing, and caring for instruments.
• Assist with screening and documentation of MRI implants as needed.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care and interpret patient data relative to age-specific needs.

Requirements

• Certificate of General Educational Development (GED), High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED), or High School Diploma.
• No prior experience required.
• Competent in IV insertion and venipuncture as needed by the department.
• Excellent communication skills, including effective interaction with patients, staff, and physicians.
• Strong customer service and organizational skills.
• Intermediate computer skills, including experience with computer applications/systems and email.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently as well as collaboratively with technologists, physicians, and patients.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above the shoulders throughout the workday.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist; lift up to 20 lbs. overhead; carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
• Push/pull with 30 lbs. of force; perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with assistance if required.
• Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch; ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for procedures.
• Frequent exposure to mechanical, radiation, and electrical hazards, as well as blood and body fluids; protective clothing required as necessary.
• Operate all necessary equipment to perform job duties.

Pay

$18.85 - $28.30 per hour.

Benefits

• Base compensation within the listed pay range based on qualifications, skills, experience, and training.
• Premium pay for shift work, on-call duties, and other eligible roles.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Annual performance-based increases.
• Paid Time Off programs (eligibility may vary by FTE or status).
• Health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.