Medical Imaging Assistant/Patient Care Tech - Full Time Days

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare•Huntley, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Imaging Assistant/Patient Care Tech reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine (NM), adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. This role involves direct patient care, administrative support, and technical assistance within the Medical Imaging department.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
CPR Certification – required within first 90 days
Ability to lift 40 pounds
Ability to multi-task
Excellent communication skills
Flexibility, versatility, reliability, and a team player attitude
Ability to read, write, and speak English
Intermediate computer skills

Nice To Haves

Experience starting and maintaining IV's
CNA or Phlebotomy certified
Ability to perform EKGs
Certified Nursing Assistant

Responsibilities

Transporting both inpatients and outpatients, ensuring timely transport with proper use of transport aides and equipment.
Assisting in moving patients in and out of beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, and exam tables.
Dispensing oral CT contrast for outpatients if CNA certified.
Ensuring patient safety.
Assisting Nurses and Techs through direct patient care.
Working directly with Nurses and Technologists to provide patient care, ensure patient safety, and consistently manage procedural workflow within Medical Imaging.
Handling a variety of clerical and administrative support functions and customer service for assigned patient care areas to promote organized and efficient delivery of care to patients.
Demonstrating knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span, including identifying each patient’s requirements relative to age-specific needs.
Providing pre-test information and instructions to patients.
Facilitating effective caregiver handoff communication.
Participating in the resolution of customer questions and concerns, collecting necessary data and following through with the appropriate person for resolution.
Providing support in the acquisition and distribution of digital patient records, including digitizing, formatting, and uploading film-based or digital images into PACS.
Demonstrating proficiency with all necessary PACS, Paragon, Emix, PenRad, Cardiology Centricity, Workstation Centricity, T-Systems, MPF, SCU applications.
Providing timely and efficient service to all physicians, staff, and patients.
Fulfilling requests for images and reports, ensuring availability in the system and following proper protocols for releasing confidential patient information.
Assisting in the training and orientation of Associates.
Completing all mandatory educational requirements and certifications.