Hospital Assistant II - Radiology

UCLA Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health is seeking a dependable Hospital Assistant to support the MRI Radiology team. You will assist with patient preparation, safety screening, and room setup while maintaining a clean, organized workflow and using CareConnect and HIS systems.

You’ll collaborate with MRI technologists, patients, and other healthcare professionals to ensure smooth daily operations and a positive patient experience, including occasional rotations to other imaging locations.

Qualifications

• BCLS certification required; familiarity with MRI workflow is a plus.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately and consistently.
• Capable of performing tasks independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates independent decision making in daily duties.
• Improves efficiency by prioritizing tasks and updating staff.
• Flexible with working hours and able to rotate as needed.
• Willingness to rotate to WWH/SMH and Outpatient MR sections.
• Adheres to attendance policies and presents a professional appearance.
• Delivers courteous, patient-focused service and protects privacy.
• Responds effectively to emergencies and supports safety protocols.
• Reads, writes, and speaks standard English for clear communication.
• May assist with language interpretation when appropriate.
• Proficient with CareConnect EMR and HIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist MRI technologists with patient prep, positioning and room setup.
• Support MR safety screening and educate patients on MRI procedures.
• Help patients move on/off MRI tables, ensuring safety and comfort.
• Prepare and maintain MRI rooms and equipment areas, stocked and clean.
• Process documentation and patient data in CareConnect and HIS.
• Assist in verifying image data archival via GE PACSNET/Centricity.
• Anticipate technologists' needs to improve workflow efficiency.
• Provide compassionate, respectful care to patients and families.

Skills

BCLS certification

Follow oral & written instructions

Independent work

Independent decision making

Prioritize work

Flexible hours

Rotations to other imaging locations

Attendance

Professional appearance

Customer service

Maintain patient confidentiality

Emergency response

English communication

Language interpreter support

CareConnect EMR System (RIS)

GE PACSNET - Centricity

Tools

CareConnect EMR System (RIS)

GE PACSNET - Centricity

Hospital Information System (HIS)

Job description

Work Schedule

Saturday, Sunday, & Monday from 6:30am-7:00pm

Posted Date

09/30/2026

Salary Range: $26.79 - 35.36 Hourly

Employment Type

Duration

indefinite

Job #

33200

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

UCLA Health is seeking a dependable and patient-focused Hospital Assistant to support our MRI Radiology team. In this role, you’ll work alongside MRI technologists and other members of the care team to help prepare patients, maintain a safe and organized environment, and keep daily operations running smoothly.

As a Hospital Assistant, you will play an important role in creating a positive patient experience while supporting the technical team behind the scenes.

What you'll do:

• Assist MRI technologists with patient preparation, positioning, and room setup.
• Support MR safety screening and help educate patients on MRI procedures and safety requirements.
• Assist patients with moving on and off MRI examination tables, ensuring their comfort and safety throughout the process.
• Prepare and maintain MRI rooms and equipment areas so they are clean, safe, organized, and fully stocked.
• Process standard documentation and patient information using CareConnect and the Hospital Information System (HIS).
• Assist with verification of image data archival through GE PACSNET/Centricity.
• Help maintain an efficient workflow by anticipating the needs of technologists and patients.
• Provide compassionate, respectful assistance to patients and families throughout their visit.

We’re looking for someone who is reliable, attentive to detail, comfortable working in a fast-paced clinical environment, and committed to providing excellent patient care. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential, as you’ll work closely with MRI technologists, patients, and other healthcare professionals.

You may be required to rotate to other imaging locations staff by UCLA Health.

Salary Range: $26.79 - $35.36/Hourly

Job Qualifications

Requirements:

• BCLS certification from the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association.
• Ability to accept and carry out oral and written instructions accurately.
• Skill in performing all daily tasks independently and with minimal supervision.
• Skill in employing independent decision making while performing various job functions.
• Ability to prioritize work and provide frequent updates to the technical staff. Ability to complete assignments in a timely fashion.
• Ability to be flexible with working hours given adequate notice.
• Ability to rotate to WWH/SMH and all Outpatient MR Sections as needed.
• Ability to adhere to Department policies and procedures.
• Ability to adhere to Department attendance standard.
• Ability to demonstrate a consistent professional appearance.
• Ability to maintain a commitment to excellent customer service.
• Ability to maintain patient modesty, privacy and confidentiality.
• Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations.
• Ability to read and communicate in standard English to collect and clearly convey information to patients, technologists and medical staff.
• Will assist in providing a language interpreter if appropriate.
• Demonstrated knowledge of CareConnect EMR System (RIS) and Hospital Information System (HIS).
• Demonstrated knowledge of GE PACSNET - Centricity computer and workstation.

Preferred:

• 2 years of experience in a hospital setting.

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. Current/former UC employees are subject to a personnel file review.