Senior Diagnostic Imaging Assistant - Diagnostic Imaging

Providence•Olympia, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Diagnostic Imaging Assistant III assists the supervisor with the day-to-day workload in support of Diagnostic Imaging operations and facilitates communication with patients, department staff, other hospital departments, and radiologists. This role performs various duties to support the department's operations, including QA/QI activities through data collection and evaluation, spreadsheet management, and accessing the RIS report writer. The position utilizes digital and Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) technology for accurate and efficient electronic/manual image and data storage, reporting, and distribution. It also involves problem-solving activities, clerical processes such as reception, responding to inquiries, filing and retrieving films and records, purging, transferring film libraries, courier services, transport, and other clerical functions. Patient care duties include assisting with radiographic exams, setting up rooms and equipment, and assisting patients. The role supports radiologists by acting as a resource person for the timely and effective use of services in both electronic and manual modalities. The Diagnostic Imaging Assistant III assists with the daily operations of the RIS, trains new staff on the system, and supports existing staff in everyday operations. Providence caregivers are valued and empowered to thrive in a patient-focused, whole-person care culture built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect.

Requirements

National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire.
Office and/or radiological department work with responsibilities for helping coordinate services.
Demonstrated leadership abilities.

Nice To Haves

H.S. Diploma or GED.
2 years' experience as DI Assistant or Electronic Imaging Assistant.
PACS or RIS experience.

Responsibilities

Assist the supervisor with day-to-day workload in support of Diagnostic Imaging operations.
Facilitate communication with patients, department staff, other hospital departments, and radiologists.
Perform QA/QI activities through data collection and evaluation.
Manage spreadsheets and access RIS report writer.
Utilize digital and PACS technology for image and data storage, reporting, and distribution.
Participate in problem-solving activities.
Perform clerical duties including reception, responding to inquiries, filing and retrieving films and records, purging, transferring film libraries, courier services, and transport.
Assist with radiographic exams, set up rooms and equipment, and assist patients.
Act as a resource person for radiologists for timely and effective use of services.
Assist with daily RIS operations.
Train new staff on the RIS system.
Support existing staff in everyday RIS operations.