Healthcare Assistant- Breast Imaging
About The Position
We are recruiting for a mission-driven Healthcare Assistant- Breast Imaging to join our team! We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey. Our Values Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency Department DH RADIOLOGY MAMMOGRAPHY PAV L Job Summary Breast Imaging is a fast-paced, patient-centered clinical environment where teamwork, attention to detail, and compassionate care are essential. Under general supervision, this individual serves as a key support member of the Breast Imaging team, assisting radiologists, technologists, nurses, and care navigators across clinical, procedural, and operational workflows. Responsibilities include supporting image-guided breast procedures, coordinating patient flow and scheduling, assisting with specimen handling and transport, supporting abnormal imaging follow-up processes, maintaining supplies and medications, and providing direct patient care and education. This role helps improve clinical efficiency and patient access by freeing technologist and nursing staff to focus on imaging and procedural care.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED Required
- 1-3 years of experience in a patient care setting, preferably within a procedural, surgical, or imaging environment.
- EMT-B or Medical Assistant (CMA, RMA, or CCMA) Required
- BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required
- EMT - CO - State of Colorado or CMA-Certified Medical Assistant - AAMA - American Association of Medical Assistants Preferred
- Willingness to learn clinical skills and knowledge relevant to interventional radiology
- Ability to comprehensively assess patients’ physical and psychosocial status.
- Ability to communicate openly and empathetically with patients and their family members.
- Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary team to provide high quality care.
- Basic proficiency in use of computers and software applications
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient support including rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, assisting with positioning, monitoring, and patient comfort before, during, and after imaging or procedures. (20%)
- Assist with breast imaging procedures and image-guided biopsies by preparing rooms, setting up sterile trays and equipment, supporting radiologists during procedures, and providing post-procedure care. (20%)
- Support patient flow by transporting patients between waiting areas, procedure rooms, and recovery/holding areas; assisting with consent workflows and pre-procedure preparation. (15%)
- Support abnormal imaging follow-up and care coordination processes by assisting with order placement, scheduling, patient communication, and coordination with care navigators and providers. (15%)
- Coordinate specimen handling including placing specimen collection orders, transporting specimens to Pathology, and ensuring proper documentation. (10%)
- Assist with scheduling, order verification, insurance verification, and coordination of outside imaging as needed to support timely patient care. (10%)
- Maintain procedural readiness through inventory control, supply restocking, medication monitoring, and completion of required medication counts and documentation. (10%)
Benefits
- Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
- 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
- Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
- Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
- Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
- Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
- Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
- Tuition reimbursement & assistance
- Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
- Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
- National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
