Assistant Tech Imaging-Computed Tomography Full-Time Nights

Northwesternmedicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks an Assistant Tech Imaging for a full-time role in Chicago. The position supports technologists, nurses and physicians in Imaging Services, coordinating patient flow and preparing exam rooms. Responsibilities include assisting with exams, verifying orders, escorting patients, handling paperwork, and maintaining equipment and supplies.

Requires a High School Diploma and CPR (BLS). Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, with potential bilingual

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma and CPR (BLS) certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with good problem-solving and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in basic computer systems and workflow applications.

Responsibilities

• Care for the patient during treatment/procedure per department standards and patient safety guidelines.
• Prepare procedure rooms and verify paperwork and physician orders.
• Explain exams and assist in preparing patients for exams/procedures.
• Assist technologists, nurses, or physicians during exams/procedures.
• Process and manage patient films and paperwork; maintain equipment and room cleanliness.
• Coordinate patient care and flow in imaging departments; communicate with clinical staff.
• Reconcile physician orders with exam protocols and escalate discrepancies.
• Retrieve orders from EPIC, Chartview, Powerchart and other systems.
• Verify patient demographic information for accuracy.
• Monitor schedule to optimize patient flow and inform coordinators of delays.
• Identify and obtain paperwork to start exams; handle outside films as needed.
• Report problems to supervisors; ensure proper safety checks are documented.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Bilingual language skills

Education

High School Diploma

CPR Certification (BLS)

Job description

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position. The Assistant Tech will work five 8-hour shifts each week, scheduled from 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

The Assistant Tech Imaging reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Assistant Tech Imaging provides support service to the technologists, nurses, and physicians and to other health care professionals related to Imaging Services. This position is pivotal in coordinating patient flow in the respective imaging departments. Duties may include setup work of exam/procedure room before patient arrival, verification of paperwork and physician orders, escorting of patient to and from the waiting and changing areas, assisting the technologists, nurses or physicians in performing the exam/procedure, and processing films and paperwork for completed exams.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cares for the patient throughout the treatment/procedure according to department and hospital standards of care, age-specific sensitivities, and Patients' First guidelines.
• Provides systems support by preparing procedure rooms for patients prior to their arrival in the department and work area
• Assists in preparing patient for exam/procedure, including the ability to explain exams and answer basic questions, knowledge of MR Safety if assignment is MR and brings forward more detailed clinical questions to clinical staff.
• Follows directions of technologist/nurse to assist in performing exam/procedure on patients.
• Processes CDs as needed. Participates in lifting and escorting patients and maintains lift equipment competencies refer to NMH Safe Patient Handling Policy PC 05.0095.
• Helps to coordinate patient care based on departmental imaging protocols. Interacts and communicates with clinical and medical staff to coordinate patient flow.
• Reconciles physician orders to correct exam protocol and escalates discrepancies to appropriate clinical staff.
• Prepares all necessary paperwork and information so treatment/procedure may be performed.
• Retrieves physician orders as needed from all order systems including but not limited to EPIC, Chartview, Powerchart.
• Assists in clarification of patient demographic information. Verifies patient information for accuracy and completeness.
• Monitors schedule to ensure effective patient flow throughout the diagnostic areas. Informs coordinators, charge techs, and patients of delays.
• Identifies and obtains paperwork required to start exams. Handles outside films appropriately and obtains patient films when requested.
• Recognizes and reports problems to appropriate supervisors.
• Uses scheduling system, Radnet and PACS proficiently. Monitors stock of supplies, including Radiology Contrast Media, in treatment/procedure rooms to assure their regular availability by timely re-ordering, rotation of dated items, and by maintenance of a clean and orderly environment.
• Uses designated equipment effectively, skillfully and efficiently. Maintains equipment and work area as directed, and where applicable, documents safety checklists including contrast warmers, barium refrigerators, etc.
• Follows policies and procedures to contribute to the efficiency of department.
• Organizes and prioritizes assigned work, and schedules time to accommodate work demands, turnaround-time and commitments.
• Provides clerical/technical support as needed and as assigned by Manager.

AA/EOE

Required

• High School Diploma.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem solving and organizational skills.
• Demonstrates computer skills.
• CPR Certification (BLS).

Preferred

• Previous experience in a healthcare delivery position.
• Bilingual language skills.

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection f