Imaging Tech Assistant

Grand Itasca Clinic & Hospital•Grand Rapids, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Imaging Tech Assistant supports imaging technologists and helps maintain efficient patient and department workflows. Working under the supervision of the Imaging Department Director and Supervisor, the assistant escorts, transports, and transfers patients; prepares them for examinations and procedures; coordinates schedules with other departments; communicates delays; and stocks department supplies. The role also includes office and clerical duties, such as answering calls, monitoring the fax machine, maintaining supplies and equipment, processing release-of-information requests, and handling departmental mail. This is a part-time position of 0.8–1.0 FTE, or 64–80 hours per pay period. Shifts are eight hours and include days, evenings, and every third weekend.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Graduate of a Nursing Aide program.
BLS certification, or ability to obtain it within two months of hire, and maintain certification.
Reliable and consistent attendance.
Basic computer skills, such as using Word.
Good interpersonal communication skills.
Working knowledge of medical terminology.
Ability to follow and adhere to Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital policies, vision, mission, and values.

Nice To Haves

Current certification on the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry.
Experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate a professional and compassionate attitude toward patients, families, visitors, coworkers, and representatives of other departments.
Work with imaging, clinic, inpatient, and emergency department staff to support efficient patient flow.
Prepare patients for exams or procedures by helping them change, explaining the exam, providing oral contrast, and communicating delays.
Assist with documenting patient history, information, and encounters in the electronic medical record.
Clean and stock exam rooms.
Answer incoming calls and manage requests.
Assist with outpatient, inpatient, and emergent patient transport.
Assist with patient transfers between beds, carts, wheelchairs, walkers, and other devices.
Assist with patient care as needed, including ambulation, dressing, and toileting.
Assist with positioning patients on the table.
Communicate exam times and delays to patients and families.
Sit with patients when assistance is needed.
Maintain office equipment, supplies, and linens.
Perform clerical duties, including monitoring the fax machine, completing release-of-information requests, handling departmental mail, and interofficing items.
Perform other duties as assigned.