Imaging Assistant (Inpatient) – Caring Patient Support

Meritus Health; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance & Disability Coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Retirement Plan

Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbs.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and H

Shift Differential Pay

Job summary

Meritus Health invites applications for an Inpatient Imaging Assistant in Hagerstown, MD. You will support the imaging team across modalities, handling clerical duties, patient transport, and exam assistance with licensed staff guidance.

Rotating days, evenings, and nights, biweekly 24-hour shifts, with a focus on compassionate, patient-centered care and safe, efficient workflows in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience: Previous experience in a medical setting helpful but not required.
• Licensure/Certification: Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification required, in compliance with Meritus Health policy.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Proficiency in typing, computers, and related technology.
• Familiarity with medical terminology preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Capacity to apply technical knowledge and critical thinking in patient care settings.
• Flexibility to work across diverse patient populations, including pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric groups.

Responsibilities

• Greet and check in patients, ensuring accurate documentation and a welcoming experience.
• Assist with imaging exams and procedures under the direction of licensed staff.
• Safely transport patients to and from imaging areas, prioritizing comfort and dignity.
• Operate and navigate imaging-related equipment, computers, and software systems.
• Support multiple radiology modalities and clinical services based on operational needs.
• Communicate professionally with patients, physicians, and team members.
• Maintain a calm and collaborative demeanor in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Uphold Meritus Health’s standards of care, safety, and service excellence.

Skills

Typing & Computers

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Patient Care

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Meritus Health invites applications for an Inpatient Imaging Assistant in Hagerstown, MD. You will support the imaging team across modalities, handling clerical duties, patient transport, and exam assistance with licensed staff guidance.

Rotating days, evenings, and nights, biweekly 24-hour shifts, with a focus on compassionate, patient-centered care and safe, efficient workflows in a busy hospital setting.