EMT Radiology Technologist Assistant

Intermountain Health; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking an EMT Radiology Technologist Assistant to support imaging services and prepare patients for diagnostic exams. You will work with experienced technologists to ensure patient comfort and safety in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and strong communication as you assist with patient transfers, table positioning, and coordination of care across the imaging team. A High School Diploma and BLS are required, with EMT license preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Caregivers
• EMT License (Preferred)
• IV Certification (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Accountable for safe and effective delivery of patient care under the direction of the technologist.
• Assists in preparing the patient for the exam and is sensitive to their needs while in their care.
• Assists patients on and off procedure tables and to and from procedure rooms.
• Assists and/or oversees coordination of patient care.
• Coordinates patient care and communicates pertinent information to other patient care providers following procedure.
• Routinely inspects transport equipment and notifies appropriate personnel when repair is necessary.
• Transports patients to and from the Imaging department, while ensuring their comfort and safety.
• May perform IV insertion upon certification and skill pass off.

Skills

Patient Care

Customer Service

Patient Flow

Clinical Staffing

Life Support

Health Care

IV Insertion

Education

High School Diploma

Basic Life Support (BLS)

EMT License (Preferred)

IV Certification (Preferred)

Job description

Job Description

The Radiology Technologist assistant provides support to imaging technologists in performing various diagnostic imaging procedures. The position assists in preparing patients for imaging exams, ensuring their comfort and safety throughout the process. The incumbent will have a strong understanding of medical imaging procedures, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Posting Specifics

Shift Details : Full-time (40 hours), Variable

Unit/Location: St. Mary's Regional Hospital

Additional Details: Please review Minimum Qualifications listed below before applying.

About the Role at Intermountain Health

Are you interested in advancing your career while helping people live the healthiest lives possible? As an EMT Radiology Technologist Assistant at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our Imaging service line, ensuring our patients receive the best care. At Intermountain, you will be part of a team that values career advancement, innovation and collaboration, where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a lasting impact.

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Key Responsibilities

As an EMT Radiology Technologist Assistant at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our imaging team, ensuring our patients receive the best care by:

Essential Functions

• Accountable for safe and effective delivery of patient care under the direction of the technologist.


• Assists in preparing the patient for the exam and is sensitive to their needs while in their care.


• Assists patients on and off procedure tables and to and from procedure rooms.


• Assists and/or oversees coordination of patient care.


• Coordinates patient care and communicates pertinent information to other patient care providers following procedure.


• Routinely inspects transport equipment and notifies appropriate personnel when repair is necessary.


• Transports patients to and from the Imaging department, while ensuring their comfort and safety.


• May perform IV insertion upon certification and skill pass off.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with patients, technologists, and other healthcare professionals.


• Understands and adheres to any specific safety regulations or guidelines for the various imaging modalities


• Basic computer skills and proficiency in using electronic medical record systems.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously


• Strong attention to details and the ability to follow instructions accurately


• Works effectively as part of a team


• Maintains a clean, neat, and safe environment for patients and staff


• Ability to prioritize tasks and problem solve.

Skills

• Patient Care


• Customer Service


• Patient Flow


• Clinical Staffing


• Life Support


• Health Care


• IV Insertion

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma


• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Caregivers

Preferred experience

• Patient care or customer service experience


• IV Certification- may not be required at all sites


• EMT License

Physical Requirements

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)
May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location

St. Marys Regional Hospital

Work City: Grand Junction

Work State: Colorado

Schedule Weekly Hours

40

Hourly Range

$18.40 - $23.92

We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.