MRI Aide/Escort (Greensburg Location) - Part Time
Indiana Regional Medical Center · Greensburg, PA · 1 mo ago
AdministrativeFull-time
Job Details
In this role you will be:
- Assist MRI technologists with patient preparation, including screening forms, gowning, and positioning assistance as directed
- Transport patients safely to and from the MRI suite, including inpatient, outpatient, and emergency cases
- Perform MRI safety screening for patients, visitors, and staff under technologist supervision
- Maintain MRI room readiness, including stocking supplies, cleaning equipment, and preparing coils and accessories
- Monitor patients before, during, and after exams for comfort and safety, reporting concerns to technologists or nursing staff
- Assist with patient transfers using proper body mechanics and approved lifting devices
- Ensure MRI safety compliance, including Zone restrictions and removal of ferromagnetic items
- Support scheduling flow by communicating patient status and room readiness to the MRI team
- Assist with contrast exam preparation as allowed by policy (non-clinical tasks only)
- Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations
- Perform other duties as assigned to support imaging department operations
Qualifications
- EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent required
- EXPERIENCE: Prior healthcare, patient care, or hospital experience preferred
- LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: BLS certification required or obtained within 1 month of hire