Imaging Care Coordinator: Patient Support & Tech Aide

Northwestern Medicine; Huntley (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Medical Imaging Assistant I to support nurses and technologists in direct patient care. You will ensure patient safety, manage workflow, and assist with clerical tasks across assigned areas.

The role requires strong communication and teamwork, the ability to lift 40 pounds, and willingness to travel between three hospital sites. Training and certification, including CPR, are provided.

Qualifications

• 0-10 years experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR Certification required within first 90 days.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Be flexible, versatile, reliable and a team player.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Possess intermediate computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development over the life span.
• Communicates effectively to facilitate information flow in the facility.
• Manages department information and communication flow.
• Assists nurses and technologists through direct patient care.
• Ensures timely transport of patients with proper equipment.
• Digitizes, formats and uploads images into PACS and related systems.
• Provides timely and efficient service to physicians, staff and patients.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Multi-tasking

Flexibility

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR Certification

Tools

Intermediate computer skills

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Medical Imaging Assistant I to support nurses and technologists in direct patient care. You will ensure patient safety, manage workflow, and assist with clerical tasks across assigned areas.

The role requires strong communication and teamwork, the ability to lift 40 pounds, and willingness to travel between three hospital sites. Training and certification, including CPR, are provided.