Imaging Services Assistant - Radiology - 141238

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Imaging Department seeks a technician to provide technical, patient care and clerical support. You will schedule radiology procedures, process radiographs, transport patients and prepare for radiographic procedures, and download CDs into PACS for interpretation.

You will operate PACS-compatible systems and imaging equipment (CR/DR), support QC and safety initiatives, and participate in cross-training to ensure seamless operations within the department.

Qualifications

• Experience in a hospital Radiology Department setting with RIS/HIS knowledge.
• Familiarity with radiology information systems and medical terminology.
• Willingness to participate in training and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Schedule procedures and coordinate patient flow in radiology.
• Process radiographs and download CDs into PACS for interpretation.
• Transport patients and prepare for radiographic procedures.
• Maintain film digitizing equipment and related accessories.
• Contribute to Quality Control, Safety and Performance Improvement activities.

Skills

BART or BLS

RIS/HIS knowledge

Computer literacy

Quality control

Safety compliance

Tools

PACS

CR

DR

RIS

HIS

Job description

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.

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Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $76,692 - $76,692 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $36.73 - $36.73

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).