Radiology Technical Assistant - MRI (FTE, Nights)

University of Washington Medical Center•Seattle, WA

5d•$25 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiology Technical Assistant provides general support to the Imaging Department at University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest. This role involves preparing patients for procedures, transporting them, assisting technologists with patient transfers and positioning, and helping with exams as assigned. The assistant will also be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and stocking of exam rooms, and performing other general technical duties. The department is equipped with advanced diagnostic imaging technology and staffed by board-certified radiologists and expert imaging technologists committed to accurate diagnosis and effective treatment. They prioritize patient care by explaining procedures thoroughly. Services offered include routine radiology, MRI, CT, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, and interventional radiology.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent or equivalent.
Able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on assigned unit/department.
CPR or BLS certification required, must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

MRI Level II-trained
1 year patient care experience preferred.
Certification as a C.N.A in the State of Washington preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare patient for diagnostic examination and assist technologist with limited procedures, under supervision.
Greet patient and escort to appropriate exam room.
Prepare and inform patients of exam procedure: Identify self, confirm name of patient and type of exam, explain the length of exam, and introduce technologist to the patient.
Assist with transferring and positioning the patient safely and properly for examination, under the direct supervision of the technologist, if so assigned.
Operate imaging equipment for assigned procedures, under direct supervision of the technologist, according to departmental procedures.
Notify supervising technologist immediately of equipment problems.
Assist technologist in processing images efficiently, both digital and hard copy.
Complete daily work in a timely fashion within exam time-window.
Transport patients, if so assigned, utilizing established patient transportation procedures and safety measures.
Maintain observation of patient during transport. Notify nurse immediately if patient experiences distress or health problems.
Maintain transport equipment; assure equipment is clean, in good working order, and prepared for transport use.
Lift, position, and transfer patients, using safe-lifting techniques and tools.
Use RIS/PACS effectively to input/order/edit/cancel exams.
Accurately assist with data input (exam orders, patient data, patient charges, etc.) and required paperwork and records.
Effectively use the computer and NWH software applications to access information.
Exhibit excellent customer service skills with patients, physician office staff, coworkers, management, vendors, etc.
Answer telephone using defined etiquette standards; transfer calls and take messages. Answer and troubleshoot questions and follow through on inquiries. Relay information to technical staff as appropriate.
Assist in other areas (such as order entry, image library, scheduling, patient transport); work weekends, other shifts, holidays; and help co-workers with workload and projects.
Set up exam rooms, ensuring all necessary equipment and supplies are ready.
Inventory supplies and linens. Restock rooms as needed.
Clean and tidy exam rooms, patient holding rooms, wait rooms, etc.