Imaging Assistant | Radiology

Singing River Health System • Pascagoula, MS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the clinical personnel within the Radiology Department, the Imaging Assistant is responsible for assisting the technologists in exam rooms as well as transporting patients to and from the Department, helps always keep the department clean and neat, and performs other related duties as directed, including maintaining an adequate linen supply and keeping the transportation equipment clean and in proper working order. This position also calls patients from the waiting room into the respective imaging area, as well as prepares/explains the procedure to the patient according to departmental and hospital procedures. The technical assistant performs a variety of patient care and clerical duties while aiding patients, technologists, and radiologists. The technical assistant demonstrates excellent communication skills and effectively works with all staff.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Must complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer
• Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation training
• Proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word
• Must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a healthcare-related position preferred

Responsibilities

• Assisting technologists in exam rooms
• Transporting patients to and from the Department
• Keeping the department clean and neat
• Maintaining an adequate linen supply
• Keeping transportation equipment clean and in proper working order
• Calling patients from the waiting room into the respective imaging area
• Preparing/explaining the procedure to the patient according to departmental and hospital procedures
• Performing a variety of patient care and clerical duties while aiding patients, technologists, and radiologists

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED