Imaging Care Assistant: MRI/CT Support & Patient Flow

Montgomery College; Nashville, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a Radiology Technician Assistant to support technologists by preparing patients, assisting with imaging procedures and helping to improve patient flow and care delivery.

The role involves initial screening for MRI and CT, assisting with patient transport, and maintaining readiness of supplies and equipment to ensure timely imaging services across multiple units. Prior experience and a high school diploma are noted in the posting.

Qualifications

• Experience: 1 year (as listed under Work Experience)
• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Certifications: not specified in the posting

Responsibilities

• Accepts and performs patient care duties as assigned by Allied Health Professional
• Answers phone calls from patients and helps direct patient flow
• Keeps patients informed of wait times and/or next steps in their medical processes
• Receives phone calls from the floor/ED and provides timely communication regarding scheduling
• Serves as second MRI personnel necessary for MRI safe coverage within Zone 3 and 4 per ACR and JCAHO requirements; serves as tech extender for CT
• Provides patient assistance (e.g. restroom) and preps patient to go into imaging
• Supports patient flow and unit operations by maintaining supplies, equipment and modality environmental standards

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a Radiology Technician Assistant to support technologists by preparing patients, assisting with imaging procedures and helping to improve patient flow and care delivery.

The role involves initial screening for MRI and CT, assisting with patient transport, and maintaining readiness of supplies and equipment to ensure timely imaging services across multiple units. Prior experience and a high school diploma are noted in the posting.