Imaging Analyst Assistant - Internal Medicine, Cardiology/PHC

Virginia Commonwealth University

Richmond (VA)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 55,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid annual and holiday leave

Tuition benefits

Retirement planning and savings

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking an Image Analyst Assistant to support the Imaging Research Team in cardiovascular studies. You will help with echocardiogram and CMR image analysis, data archiving, quality control, and data collection from imaging studies and medical records.

The role involves maintaining study documentation, collaborating with healthcare professionals and investigators, and preparing results for reports and manuscripts.

Qualifications

Associate's degree in Health Sciences, Biological Sciences, Cardiovascular Technology, Medical Imaging, Applied Science, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of cardiac and vascular anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
Experience working with cardiovascular imaging, clinical data, healthcare records, or research-related datasets.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with research participants, healthcare professionals, and investigators.
Demonstrated attention to detail, analytical thinking, and commitment to data accuracy and quality.
Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

Responsibilities

Assist with echocardiographic and/or CMR image analysis and quantitative measurements in accordance with study protocols and established quality standards.
Review, organize, archive, and maintain cardiovascular imaging data and associated research records to support data completeness and integrity.
Assist with image quality control activities, including identification of discrepancies, reassessment of outlier measurements, and support of troubleshooting efforts related to analysis issues.
Collect, enter, verify, and maintain research data from imaging studies, medical records, case report forms, and study databases.
Maintain study documentation and research records in compliance with institutional policies and study requirements.
Compile imaging analysis results and study data for investigator review and inclusion in reports, presentations, abstracts, and manuscripts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Image analysis software

Job description

Advertising Summary:

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located inthe heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU’ssponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationallyrecognized for patient care and education. Virginia CommonwealthUniversity is an equal opportunity employer.

Unit:

School Of Medicine MBU

Department:

Internal Medicine

Duties & Responsibilities:

The Image Analyst Assistant supports the Imaging Research Team incardiovascular research activities. Responsibilities may includeassisting with echocardiogram and cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR)image analysis; archiving imaging and functional data; performingimage quality control activities, including investigating andreassessing outliers; troubleshooting image-related issues; ensuring data accuracy; and compiling results for review.Additional duties may include reviewing and organizing clinicalinformation, maintaining study documentation and databases, andproviding general support for research operations. The assistantworks collaboratively with the Imaging Team to supportcardiovascular research studies.

This is a restricted position with no set end date; continuedemployment is dependent upon project need, availability of funding,and performance

Core Responsibilities:

Assist with echocardiographic and/or CMR image analysis and quantitative measurements in accordance with study protocols and established quality standards.
Review, organize, archive, and maintain cardiovascular imaging data and associated research records to support data completenessand integrity.
Assist with image quality control activities, including identification of discrepancies, reassessment of outlier measurements, and support of troubleshooting efforts related toanalysis issues.
Collect, enter, verify, and maintain research data from imaging studies, medical records, case report forms, and study databases.
Maintain study documentation and research records in compliance with institutional policies and study requirements.
Compile imaging analysis results and study data for investigator review and inclusion in reports, presentations, abstracts, and manuscripts.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree in Health Sciences, Biological Sciences, Cardiovascular Technology, Medical Imaging, Applied Science, or arelated field, or an equivalent combination of education andexperience.
Knowledge of cardiac and vascular anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
Experience working with cardiovascular imaging, clinical data, healthcare records, or research-related datasets.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word,Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Effective written and verbal communication skills and theability to work collaboratively with research participants,healthcare professionals, and investigators.
Demonstrated attention to detail, analytical thinking, andcommitment to data accuracy and quality.
Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment ofrespect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or acommitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a scientific, health-related, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education andexperience.
Experience assisting with echocardiographic image analysis and measurement collection, including cardiac chamber volumes, dimensions, mass, ventricular function, and blood flow parameters.
Knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, includingbody composition measures that influence cardiovascular health and disease.
Experience maintaining study documentation and supportingclinical or translational research projects.
Experience operating cardiovascular imaging analysis softwareand image management systems.
Experience interacting with patients and healthcare providers in a clinical or research setting, including collection of health information, vital signs, and study-related data.
Experience supporting research activities that contributed toscientific abstracts, presentations, manuscripts, or peer-reviewed publications.

Salary Range:

$45,000 - $55,300

Benefits:

All full-time university staff are eligible forVCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annualand holiday leave, generous tuition benefits, retirement planningand savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs,employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunitiesfor career development and advancement, and more.

FLSA Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Hours per Week:

Restricted Position:

Yes

ORP Eligible:

Flexible Work Arrangement:

Fully Onsite

University Job Title:

3405B - Lab/Research TechnicianBase

Contact Information:

Contact Name: OliviaBotelho