Radiology Tech Assistant | Weekends | Outpatient

Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Nashville, TN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Radiology Technician Assistant supports technologists by providing upfront patient assistance and prep to improve patient flow and organization, resulting in more timely care for patients. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 year relevant work experience

Nice To Haves

• Serves as second MRI personnel necessary for MRI safe coverage within Zone 3 and 4 per ACR and JCAHO requirements; serves as tech extender for CT.
• Initial screening: MRI screening for metal/allergies and CT screening for allergies; escalate to the Technologist for review (level 2 MRI or CT technologists perform final screening)

Responsibilities

• Accepts and performs patient care duties as assigned by Allied Health Professional
• Answers phone calls from patients and helps direct patient flow
• Keeps patients informed of wait times and/or next steps in their medical processes
• Receives phone calls from the floor/ED and provides timely communication regarding scheduling
• Serves as second MRI personnel necessary for MRI safe coverage within Zone 3 and 4 per ACR and JCAHO requirements; serves as tech extender for CT.
• Patient retrieval and procedures patient transport assistance as needed
• Initial screening: MRI screening for metal/allergies and CT screening for allergies; escalate to the Technologist for review (level 2 MRI or CT technologists perform final screening)
• Provides patient assistance (i.e. restroom) and preps patient to go into imaging
• Supports patient flow and unit operations by maintaining supplies, equipment and modality environmental standards (stock room, prep for next patient)
• Participates in modality staff meetings, in-service, etc. as required

Benefits

• health
• disability
• retirement
• wellness offerings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED