IMAGING ASSISTANT (FULL-TIME)

Riverside Healthcare•Kankakee, IL

18h•$16 - $20

About The Position

Riverside Healthcare is looking for a compassionate and motivated Imaging Assistant to support our Imaging Technologists in providing exceptional care. The Imaging Assistant is responsible for assisting with basic patient care, transportation, and clerical duties within the assigned imaging department. This role is crucial in making a positive first impression on our patients and ensuring a seamless, efficient workflow. The ideal candidate will uphold departmental protocols and contribute to a positive patient experience.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
CPR certification required within two weeks of start date

Nice To Haves

Good computer and keyboarding skills.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions precisely.

Responsibilities

Greet and escort patients to and from scan rooms using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank You) principles.
Provide brief explanations to patients regarding their scans, including the type of scan and expected duration.
Safely transport patients to and from the Emergency Department (ED), central waiting areas, and other hospital locations, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
Utilize patient-safe transfer equipment as necessary during transportation.
Assist in moving patients from carts, beds, or wheelchairs to scan tables using proper body mechanics.
Assist in moving patients with the correct lift equipment.
Position patients comfortably on the scan table with the use of pillows, wedges, and blankets.
Adhere to standard precautions for all patient contact, including proper hand hygiene, the use of gloves, and wearing gowns or masks when appropriate.
Ensure patients connected to oxygen continue their orders as required throughout the imaging process.
Assist in obtaining thorough medical histories from patients and entering this information into EPIC.
Support Imaging Technologists by checking lab results, pregnancy tests, iodine allergies, and previous imaging for comparison, and communicate any potential issues.
Follow radiation and MRI safety practices to protect patients, staff, and yourself within the department.
Under the direct supervision of a technologist, assist with entering information into EPIC regarding IV starts, assessments, and removals with verbal readback.
Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.
Assist with clerical tasks such as filing, answering phones, and managing patient flow within the department.
Participate in department meetings and training sessions as required.

Benefits

Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and nationally rated employee well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more so your journey at and away from work is remarkable.
Base compensation within the positions pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift differential, on-call
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Paid Leave Hours accrued as you work