Assistant Tech Imaging-MRI Feinberg Casual Days

Northwestern Medicine group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking an Assistant Tech Imaging-MRI for Feinberg Casual Days. This part-time role (16 hrs/wk, 0.4 FTE) supports imaging services, coordinating patient flow and assisting technologists and physicians in MRI procedures.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED and CPR (BLS). Strong communication and organizational skills are essential; prior healthcare delivery experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• CPR Certification (BLS) required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem solving and organizational skills.
• Healthcare delivery experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cares for the patient throughout the treatment/procedure according to department and hospital standards of care.
• Prepares procedure rooms and work areas for patients prior to arrival.
• Explains exams and answers basic questions; knows MR Safety if MR assignment.
• Assists technologists, nurses or physicians during exams/procedures.
• Processes CDs and helps coordinate patient care per departmental imaging protocols.
• Retrieves physician orders from EPIC, Chartview, Powerchart and other systems.
• Monitors scheduling to maintain patient flow in imaging areas.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EPIC

Chartview

Powerchart

Radnet

PACS

Job description

Assistant Tech Imaging-MRI Feinberg Casual Days

• Part-time
• Hours Per Week / FTE: 16 hrs/wk - 0.4 FTE
• Salary Range Minimum : $19.61
• Salary Range Maximum: $25.49
• Compensation: USD 19.61 - USD 25.49 - hourly

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

TheAssistant Tech Imagingreflects 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.

TheAssistant Tech Imagingprovides 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:

• Caresfor 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.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED

Certification:

• CPR Certification (BLS).

Behavioral Attributes:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem solving and organizational skills.

Preferred:

• Previous experience in a healthcare delivery position.

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.

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.

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 for unexpected life events.

Please refer to the Benefits Eligibility by Employment Classification to determine benefits eligibility for job postings.

If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign-on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible.