Medical Imaging Assistant

Monument Health•Rapid City, SD

11d•$16 - $19

About The Position

Medical Imaging Assistants performs a wide variety of complex clerical duties. Coordinates a multitude of office procedures. Expedites the efficient function of all areas within the department. Facilitates ongoing communication within the department, with other hospitals departments, and the general public. Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include: Supportive work culture Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account Instant pay is available for qualifying positions Paid Time Off Accrual Bank Opportunities for growth and advancement Tuition assistance/reimbursement Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions Flexible scheduling

Nice To Haves

Education - High School Diploma/GED Equivalent in General Studies
Experience - 1+ years of Clerical Experience
Experience - 1+ years of Medical Terminology Experience

Responsibilities

Assesses the procedure to be performed and the patient’s age and overall physical and mental condition before deciding mode of transportation.
Utilizes the appropriate mode of transportation, avoiding unnecessary lifting and possible patient distress; ensures the patient’s safety and comfort.
Assists patients in getting ready for exam; changes patients into hospital gown as needed.
Assists in scheduling patient exams.
Assists with department workflow by escorting patients to and from scanners and other areas as needed.
Assures flow of patients by prioritizing exams, greeting patients and letting techs know that they have arrived. Explains delays if they occur.
Coordinates a multitude of exam requests for all areas within the department; maintains continuity within the department.
Informs appropriate department when a patient has waited 15 minutes beyond their scheduled appointment time.
Informs patients of any delays in the schedule for their procedure.
Performs general office duties, as needed, to expedite workflow (e.g., answering the telephones, assisting in jacket retrieval, readying films and paperwork, processing patient orders, and/or operating office equipment).
All other duties as assigned.