MRI Assistant

About the Role

Assists in daily workflow and procedures in the Radiology department, including escorting and assisting families and patients, setting up and cleaning rooms, stocking supplies, and other duties that enhance patient and exam flow. This role may also provide additional support by answering phones, scheduling, registering, and greeting patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Assists technologists with room and patient preparation for radiologic exams.
• Assists the technologist and radiologist with all aspects of patient care as needed before, during, and after the procedure.
• Promotes high-quality patient care using effective communication that explains the radiologic exam and ensures patient comfort and safety.
• Communicates with other departments and nursing staff to ensure exam coordination and safety.
• Maintains patient medical records by importing/uploading outside images and processing outside imaging requests.
• May provide direct patient care by transporting patients throughout the facility and remaining with patients while waiting in exam rooms.
• Cleans work areas, stocks supplies, and rounds throughout the department.
• May serve as an additional safety team member in MRI after completing required Level 1 training.
• Provides and obtains signatures for appropriate treatment consent forms from patients/families.
• Provides patient support services, which may include scheduling, registration, patient reception, check-in/out, and follow-up visit support.
• Obtains and documents patient and legal guardian demographic information.
• Performs data entry functions, including entering patient demographic information and updates in a medical records system.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers / CPR certification.

Preference will be given to applicants with IV or EMT certification. Ideal applicants have healthcare knowledge and/or a clinical background.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 17:30 - 22:00 (25 hours per week, eligible for benefits).

Pay

Hourly range: $17.39 to $26.09, dependent on applicant's relevant experience.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits package, including base pay, incentives, and paid sick leave.
• Robust wellness program.
• Annual employee bonus program based on organizational performance (paid the following April if goals are met).
• Annual base pay increases based on performance over the previous year.