Imaging Tech Aide Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Zero to one year of experience required; two to four years preferred.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
• Strong customer service and organizational skills.
• Ability to use problem-solving, critical-thinking, and priority-setting skills.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of MS Word and MS Excel or an equivalent spreadsheet application.
• Experience with computerized material management systems.
• Experience with standard office equipment, including phone, fax, copy machine, scanner, and email or voicemail.
• Experience with imaging, patient care, and filming equipment.
• Experience with power injectors and storage devices.
• Experience with teleradiology or PACS systems.
• Two to four years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Answer and place calls, relay messages, handle requests or problems, and refer matters to appropriate staff using proper telephone etiquette.
• Interact with patients in a pleasant and professional manner.
• Assess or screen patients for potential risk factors.
• Prepare patients for procedures by providing instructions that support desired results, cooperation, and reduced anxiety.
• Remove patients from exam rooms and prepare rooms for subsequent procedures.
• Follow departmental procedure protocols unless otherwise specified by the Radiologist.
• Obtain and document patient histories and pertinent information.
• Verify patient identification and protect patient privacy.
• Distribute radiology film requests and obtain required signatures for release of films or CDs in accordance with HIPAA.
• Review radiology orders for completeness, errors, or discrepancies and reconcile issues with physician offices before completion.
• Use the Athena Practice Management System.
• Know the location of emergency equipment and medications to assist with contrast reactions and other emergencies.
• Follow patient-care infection-control standards.
• Plan delivery of care according to patient activity and staff competencies.
• Verify exams in PACS and print or copy studies from the system.
• Contact other facilities to request prior studies.
• Report unusual circumstances or problems to the Chief Tech.
• Take appropriate precautions to ensure the safety of patients, the public, staff, and self.
• Correct and perform orders when necessary.
• Cancel and reschedule patient appointments as needed.
• Position patients for MRI exams when requested.
• Schedule patients and complete required screening forms.
• Select and prepare equipment and supplies when requested.
• Replenish and change supplies in assigned areas as needed.
• Maintain a consistent level of productivity and a safe, clean, orderly work environment.
• Communicate and consult professionally with other departments.
• Demonstrate awareness of MRI safety and procedures for self and others.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Travel to satellite locations as needed.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Life coverage
• Disability coverage
• Vision coverage
• Flexible spending account coverage
• 401(k) savings plan