Clinical Staff Specialist

Akumin®; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA accounts with employer contribute

401(k) eligibility with employer match

Paid holidays

Defined PTO and sick time programs

Flexible scheduling

Cross training opportunities

Job summary

Akumin is hiring a Clinical Staff Specialist for its mobile unit in Raleigh, NC. This full-time role covers patient care during MRI/PET processes, with duties including screening, documentation, IV setup, and monitoring during scans.

Expect responsibilities across patient histories, lab results, infection control, and coordinating care with clinicians. Requires medical certifications or licenses and CPR, plus ability to travel between locations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's Degree preferred.
• EMT, Paramedic, RT or RN certification required.
• CPR certification required.
• Valid driver's license may be required.
• IV proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Assists MRI or PET Technologist with patient care including screening and other documents related to the patient’s medical record.
• Assists patient in entering and exiting facilities; assists patient and family with concern and empathy, respecting confidentiality.
• Maintains acceptable standards of patient care and accurate recording and reporting.
• Sets patient IVs in preparation for injection of contrast or radiopharmaceutical; ensures supplies are available.
• Monitors patients during scans and enters scan data into the computer.
• Records patient histories, obtains waived lab test results using glucometer or similar device.
• Supports and enforces infection control procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Customer service

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Computer basics

Organizational skills

Travel flexibility

Empathy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree preferred

Tools

CPR certification

IV proficiency

Glucometer use

Driver's license

EMT/Paramedic license

RN license

Registered Technologist license

Job description

Akumin is a leading provider of outpatient radiology and oncology services, partnering with top hospitals and health systems nationwide to deliver advanced diagnostic imaging and exceptional patient care close to home. With a national footprint, cutting-edge technology, and a strong commitment to innovation and patient-centered care, our teams play a vital role in improving outcomes for millions of patients each year.

We are currently hiring for a Clinical Staff Specialist at our mobile unit in Raleigh, NC. This will be a full time position Tues-Friday from 7am - 5pm.

The Clinical Staff Specialist is responsible for peripheral duties pertaining to patient MRI/PET scanning.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assists MRI or PET Technologist with patient care including screening and other documents related to the patient’s medical record.
• Assists patient in entering and exiting facilities; Assists patient and family members with concern and empathy, respecting confidentiality and communicating with them in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Maintains acceptable standards of patient care. Maintains standards of accurate and complete recording and reporting.
• Sets patient IVs in preparation for injection of contrast or radiopharmaceutical. Arranges to have needed supplies and materials available.
• Monitors patients during scans, enters scan data into the computer.
• Records patient histories, obtains waived lab test results using glucometer or
• Supports and enforces infection control procedures.
  
  

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associate's Degree preferred.
• A basic level EMT, Licensed Paramedic (EMTP), Registered Technologist or Registered Nurse required.
• CPR certification required.
• As applicable, valid driver’s license.
• IV proficiency required.
• Ability to work at several locations.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.
• Local travel may be required.
  
  

At Akumin, we invest in the well-being of our employees, so you can bring your best self to work each day. You can expect to see the following benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible scheduling
• Cross training opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA accounts with employer contributions
• 401(k) eligibility with employer match
• Paid holidays
• Defined PTO and sick time programs
  
  

Eligibility for benefits will vary based on role type and hours worked.

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer, and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.