Imaging Assistant I

Southcoast Health; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Earned Time Off

Employee Wellbeing Program

403B Retirement Plan with companymatch

Tuition assistance

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Southcoast Health is seeking an Imaging Assistant I at St. Luke's Hospital in New Bedford, MA. This position supports imaging exams, patient transport, and prep, ensuring patient comfort and safety across day/evening shifts with weekend rotation.

Responsibilities include processing requisitions, coordinating schedules, maintaining supplies, and assisting with QA and educational activities. CPR may be required within 3 months, and a high school diploma is required.

Qualifications

• Duties require computer skills and familiarity with hospital systems.
• CPR certification within 3 months of hire.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and patient care equipment.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients and assist with exams and preparation for imaging.
• Explain delays and ensure patient comfort during procedures.
• Process requisitions and review schedules for imaging services.
• Assist with retrieval of outside images and maintain supplies.
• Support Quality Assurance and education projects as needed.

Skills

Patient care

CPR certification

Basic medical terminology

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Community Focused. Care Driven.

Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it's our way of life, and you'll be at the heart of it.

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeast Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.

Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted 'Best Place to Work' for 7 years in a row!

We are searching for a talented Imaging Assistant I

Hours:32 flex 40hrs

Shift:Day/Evening shift with weekend and holiday rotation; primarily 8:00am - 4:30pm with rotation to 3:00pm - 11:30pm or 11:00am - 7:30pm

Location: St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, MA

A career at Southcoast Health offers you:

• A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package

• Generous Earned Time Off Package**

• Employee Wellbeing Program

• 403B Retirement Plan with company match

• Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs

• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training

**Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.

Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Under the general supervision and direction of the Manager, Radiology Clinical Services or designee, provide patient care including patient transport, obtaining medical histories, preparing patients for exams, assisting patients on and off the imaging table and performing modality-specific duties as assigned. Assist with patient exams and explain any delays in procedures. Process requisitions/paperwork, review schedules and assist with retrieval of outside images. Control inventory and maintain adequate levels of supplies. Assist with special projects as assigned such as Quality Assurance, Education, etc.

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent plus additional specialized courses or training.
• Duties require computer skills, including knowledge of both hospital departmental computer systems.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Knowledge of office equipment and basic knowledge of patient care equipment is required.
• CPR certification required within 3 months.
• One year of related work experience in a similar position is preferred.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.
• Compensation: Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience.