Imaging Assistant - Radiology Cat Scan, Days

Fayette Chamber of Commerce; Stockbridge (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fayette Chamber of Commerce in Stockbridge, Georgia is seeking candidates for a position offering advanced technical and clinical support in the Imaging department. Responsibilities include managing patient flow, conducting screenings, and assisting during procedures.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant certification (paramedic or LPN). Experience in cardiac monitoring is also required. This role plays a vital part in ensuring patient safety and effective communication during imaging procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience as a paramedic or LPN is required.
• Recent experience in cardiac monitoring and arrhythmia interpretation is necessary.
• Paramedic certification and/or LPN license required.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients and verify their identity.
• Educate patients on procedures and monitor them during exams.
• Administer contrast or medications under supervision.

Skills

Patient interaction

Emergency readiness

Telemetry monitoring

IV administration

Education

High school diploma/GED and a graduate of an accredited paramedic program

LPN from an accredited program

2nd Year Rad Tech

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• 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
  • 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 Required
• Recent experience in cardiac monitoring and arrhythmia interpretation Required

Licenses and Certifications

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

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