Radiology Tech Assistant - Full Time - Weekends as Needed

Coral Gables Hospital•Coral Gables, FL

About The Position

The Radiology Technical Assistant supports daily operations of the Imaging Department by assisting radiologic technologists, nurses, and physicians with patient care, transportation, room preparation, equipment management, and workflow coordination. The role helps maintain efficient department operations while supporting patient care and safety. It serves as a developmental pathway for students pursuing Radiologic Technologist licensure and may provide opportunities to transition into a Radiologic Technologist position after completing educational and licensure requirements. This is a full-time position. Weekends may be needed. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, current enrollment and active progress in an accredited Radiologic Technology program, and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Previous experience in a hospital, healthcare, patient transport, or imaging environment; customer service experience; and clinical rotation experience are preferred.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Currently enrolled in and actively progressing through an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Good oral and written communication skills in English, including the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
Basic computer skills; basic EMR skills are noted in the responsibilities.
Ability to safely move and transport patients using proper lifting techniques.
Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Ability to communicate clearly with patients, physicians, co-workers, and visitors in person and over the telephone.
Ability to accurately document pertinent information by writing or typing.
Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading information from printed sources.
Hearing adequate to perform job duties in person and over the telephone.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a hospital, healthcare, patient transport, or imaging environment.
Customer service experience.
Clinical rotation experience.
Good organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Assist with patient transportation to and from imaging areas.
Prepare examination rooms and imaging suites for patient procedures.
Verify patient identification and assist with patient positioning under technologist supervision.
Assist patients with changing into appropriate attire for imaging procedures.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of imaging rooms and work areas.
Stock supplies and ensure adequate inventory of departmental materials.
Assist technologists during routine and advanced imaging procedures as directed.
Transport specimens, documents, and imaging-related materials as needed.
Monitor and maintain imaging equipment readiness, reporting issues promptly.
Prepare stretchers, wheelchairs, and patient care equipment.
Support patient scheduling and workflow coordination when needed.
Ensure compliance with infection control, patient safety, and HIPAA regulations.
Respond professionally to patient and family questions within the scope of the role.
Assist technologists with room preparation, patient readiness, and workflow support activities as directed.
Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental operations.