Imaging Tech Assistant - MRI (Evenings)

About the role

The Imaging Tech Assistant will work under the direction and supervision of the assigned registered technologist. Will perform a variety of ancillary duties to expedite the performance of imaging procedures in the most efficient and safe manner. Must be dependable and adhere to attendance policy. Imaging Assistant will promote a stable relaxed working atmosphere among fellow employees through congeniality, consideration and efficiency. Will demonstrate ability to be self-directed during slow periods.

Responsibilities

• Visually monitoring patients
• Transport to and from modality area
• Prep light cleaning stocking supplies and rooms
• Answering phone calls taking detailed messages
• Patient instructions questionnaires

Requirements

• Ability to read and write
• Six months of related experience
• Healthcare Provider (CPR) certification or must be obtained within 90 days of hire
• GED/High School diploma required within (1) one year of hire
• Cannot have a pacemaker/defibrillator, programmable VP shunt or Neurostimulator to be able to work safely in the MRI environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in patient care setting preferred
• Ability to be a self-starter
• Must know and respect job limitations
• Must exhibit a warm, friendly, and caring professional demeanor
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with fellow employees, other team members and medical staff
• Ability to set priorities
• Presents clean, neat, professional appearance in accordance with the departmental and THS Dress Code Policy
• Ability to read and write legibly with spelling accuracy
• Basic computer knowledge — Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of keyboard, function keys, use of mouse, able to access/maneuver icons to activate and close Windows programs
• Must convey empathy and compassion in a confident manner
• Must be able to deal with people who demonstrate difficult and irrational behavior
• Must be able to identify and deal with situations appropriately
• Must be emotionally mature and stable
• Required to work assigned shift and designated holidays
• Must be able to maintain composure during stressful situations

Supervision

Imaging Assistant will be under direct supervision of registered technologist at all times during shift.