Imaging Assistant III - Radiology MRI

Fayette Chamber of Commerce; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is seeking an Imaging Assistant III for Radiology MRI to provide advanced technical, clinical and clerical support in the Imaging department. You will manage patient flow, screen patients, assist during MRI procedures, and support technologists while also handling remote cardiac monitoring when off the ward.

The role requires Paramedic, LPN, or 2nd year Rad Tech education with recent cardiac monitoring experience and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Paramedic, LPN, or 2nd year Rad Tech required.
• Recent cardiac monitoring experience required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient flow and prep for MRI procedures.
• Assist patients during procedures.
• Monitor telemetry during exams.
• Prepare positioning aids and IV/contrast administration.
• Maintain supplies and communicate with remote technologist.

Skills

Cardiac monitoring

Telemetry interpretation

Patient interaction

Communication

Education

Paramedic

LPN

2nd Year Rad Tech

Job description

Imaging Assistant III - Radiology MRI

Overview:

Experience the advantages of real career change!

When you join Piedmont, you're not just changing your work environment. We open doors to real change in the lives we touch - especially yours. We're committed to bringing award-winning care to communities across Georgia and celebrating the strength our diversity creates. Together, we're doing big things. One employee, one team, and one community at a time.

Piedmont is a place where your work truly matters-and where you're supported to do your best every day. We offer a collaborative culture, innovative resources, and leadership that is genuinely invested in your growth. With competitive benefits, wellness programs, and opportunities for advancement, you'll have what you need to thrive now and build a strong future.

Responsibilities:

This position provides advanced technical, clinical and clerical support within the Imaging department. Responsibilities include managing patient flow, conducting patient screening, assisting patients during procedures, maintaining supplies, and supporting technologists as needed. This role also includes remote cardiac monitoring for patients undergoing MRI when they are off nursing units.

• Patient Interaction & Prep
• Transports Patient
• Verify patient identity using two identifiers.
• Complete and document pre-procedure screening (e.g., contrast consent)
• Educate patients about the procedure and address questions
• Communicate readiness to remote technologist
• Monitor telemetry patients during exam
• Physical Setup
• Position the patient correctly on the scanner table
• Prepare positioning aids o Loads contrast injector
• Contrast Administration
• Place and manage IV lines
• Administer contrast or medications under direct supervision
• Monitor for adverse reactions and initiate emergency response if needed
• Emergency Readiness
• Initiate BLS protocols if required
• Escalate to on-site technologists, physician or EMS per facility protocol
• Communication
• Maintain continuous two-way communication with the remote technologist during the scan
• Complete Exam Data Entry

Qualifications:

Education

• Paramedic - High school diploma/GED and a graduate of an accredited paramedic program. Required or
• LPN - High school diploma or GED plus completion of an accredited LPN program. Required or
• 2nd Year Rad Tech - High school diploma or GED Required

Work Experience

• Prior experience as a paramedic or LPN Preferred
• Recent experience in cardiac monitoring and arrhythmia interpretation Required

Licenses and Certifications

• Paramedic Certification Required or
• LPN license Required or
• 2nd year Rad Tech Required
• BLS certification Required

Business Unit : Company Name:

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital