Imaging Services Assistant - Radiology - 140810

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; San Diego (CA); Presencial; USD 61.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers in San Diego seeks an Imaging Support Specialist to assist radiology teams with scheduling, processing radiographs, and preparing patients for procedures.

The role requires hospital radiology experience, knowledge of PACS and RIS/HIS systems, and involvement in quality control and safety practices. Flexibility for evenings/weekends is essential for patient care.

Formación

• BART or BLS certification at time of hire with commitment to get within 6 months.
• Experience in a hospital Radiology Department setting.
• Knowledge of RIS/HIS and medical terminology.

Responsabilidades

• Schedule imaging exams and coordinate imaging through a multi-specialty service (e.g. Oncology or Surgery).
• Process radiographs, transport patients, and prepare for radiographic procedures.
• Contribute to quality control, safety initiatives, and staff training.
• Cross-train to support seamless operations within the Imaging Department.

Conocimientos

BART or BLS certification

RIS/HIS knowledge

Computers/medical terminology

Herramientas

PACS

RIS/HIS

Descripción del empleo

DESCRIPTION

Provide technical, patient care and clerical support to technologists/radiologists by scheduling procedures, processing radiographs, transporting patients/preparing for radiographic procedures, preparing radiographs for interpretation, downloading outside CD's into the Picture Archival Computer System (PACS), operates film digitizing equipment, CD burners, document scanners and similar accessories. Demonstrates knowledge of computers and new technology such as PACS, Computerized Radiography (CR) and Digital Radiographs (DR). Demonstrates knowledge of various imaging procedures to prepare patients and equipment. Contributes to the cost containment of maintaining established par levels with film orders, office supplies, forms, linen and other medical supplies. Contributes to and participates in work organization and scheduling selection, training and evaluation of staff as a member of work team. Participates in cross training to obtain seamless operations within the Imaging Department. Working knowledge of Radiology Information System (RIS), Hospital Information System (HIS), computers and medical terminology preferred. Additionally, be responsible for advanced technical tasks such as Quality Control, Performance Improvement activities, Safety Officer and/or Radioactive waste. This includes staff development and training. Job standards are to be performed at the EXPERT level.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART w/in 6 months of hire date.
• Experience required in a hospital Radiology Department setting. Working knowledge of Radiology Information System (RIS) Hospital Information System (HIS).
• Computer knowledge required. Quality control, Safety Control and/or Radioactive Waste.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Three (3) years of related experience with scheduling imaging exams/procedures or coordinating imaging exams/procedures through a multi-specialty service (e.g. Oncology or Surgery)

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work flexible hours, which may include day, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and some overtime if necessary for unexpected staffing issues.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $60,865 - $80,304 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $29.15 - $38.46

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).