MRI Imaging Aide - 40 hours

About the role

Accountable to Assistant Manager of Radiology, and Manager. Responsible for assisting the MRI radiologic technologist during MRI exams.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the MRI technologists, the imaging aide will serve as a valued member of the Radiology Team, assisting the MRI technologists.
• Confirm appointments and begin the first level of the safety screening process.
• Schedule patients and assist in maximizing table time by allowing for efficient and safe room turn-around for the next patient, including getting patients on/off the MRI table and setting up coils.
• Help with transport when needed and visit patient floors for such tasks as delivering MRI safe IV pumps.
• Help update families on the status of their child during exams especially with scans involving anesthesia.
• Sanitizes equipment and maintains in-room supplies.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience Required: High School Diploma, GED, or a higher level of education that would require the completion of high school, is required.
• Education and/or Experience Preferred: Minimum six months previous pediatric experience preferred.
• Licenses and/or Certifications Required: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification upon hire.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Excellent interpersonal and communications skills; competency in caring for patients treated at Connecticut Children’s regardless of age, disability, gender and ethnicity; knowledge and skills to efficiently operate CR, RIS, PACS, and CD burner.

About Us

Connecticut Children’s is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children’s offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members. At Connecticut Children’s, treating children isn’t just our job – it’s our passion. As a leading children’s health system experiencing steady growth, we’re excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children’s health and well-being as one team.