Imaging Services Tech Assistant

01 Kaweah Delta Health Care District; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaweah Health in Visalia, CA, is seeking a Radiology Support specialist to manage orders in the Radiology Information System (RIS), verify ICD-10 codes and physician signatures, and prepare records for release. You’ll coordinate with technologists and physicians, ensure patient data accuracy, and support EKG procedures to maintain optimal patient flow.

Required: BLS certification; HS Diploma or equivalent; 2–4 years of experience. Preferred: EKG certification. Pay range $20.00–$30.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• BLS certification is required.
• EKG certification is preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Two to four years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Creates order in Radiology Information System (RIS) using physician orders and verifies ICD-10 codes and signatures.
• Scans physician orders into the RIS and faxes reports to physician offices as requested; prepares CDs as needed.
• Maintains infection control standards and keeps EKG room ready; assists with patient transport as needed.
• Explains EKG procedures to patients and coordinates with technologists and nursing staff to ensure smooth patient flow.

Skills

BLS certification

EKG certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kaweah Health is a publicly owned, community healthcare organization that provides comprehensive health services to the greater Visalia area in central California. With more than 5,000 employees, Kaweah Health provides state-of-the‑art medicine and high‑quality preventive services in our acute care hospital, specialized health centers and clinics. Our eight‑campus healthcare district has 613 beds and offers comprehensive health services across a broad continuum of care. It takes a special person to work for Kaweah Health. We serve a region where the needs are great, which makes the rewards even greater. Every day, we care for people facing unique challenges and in need of healing. Throughout it all, our focus is to make a difference, and we do — in the health of our patients, our loved ones, and our community.

Benefits Eligible Full-Time Benefit Eligible Work Shift Variable - 8 Hour or less Shift (United States of America) Department 7643 SRCC Rad Onc-Visalia

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Essential Creates order in Radiology Information System (RIS) using Correct Dr.s order assuring accuracy. Checks with Technologist and Physician’s office if necessary to confirm proper order, when unsure. Reviews orders for correct ICD-10 Codes and Physician Signatures. Scans physician orders into system. Faxes reports to physician offices as requested. Reviews medical release for CD’s and/or Reports with patient prior to releasing records. Creates CD’s as requested by patients, physicians or Urgent Care. Orders supplies as needed for clerical area or technologist area. May transport patients to and from imaging area as needed. May perform EKG’s to facilitate optimum patient flow. Checks identification of patient with at least two identifiers according to Joint Commission Safety standards, prior to performing EKG’s. Explains EKG test procedure to patient. Reviews any questions with Technologist, RN or Physician if necessary. Prepare patient for EKG, hooking up leads appropriately. May hook up halter monitors and scan results. May solve issues with use of monitors and answer patients questions. Reviews any unknowns to technologist or nursing personnel. Alerts supervisor and or Urgent Care as needed when there is a possible concern with results. May be involved with contacting medical facility or departments or help arrange transport to hospital if requested by physician or as needed. Maintains EKG room in ready condition assuring all supplies are ordered and available. Assures all expired supplies are removed and disposed of properly. Table is wiped down before and after each patient as part of infection control standards. Notifies Physicians of cardiac Arrhythmias or abnormal EKG’s. Faxes Preliminary copy of EKG data prior to final result by cardiologist. Posts daily EKG charges and checks requisition for validity and duplication of medical record numbers to assure charges are accurate. Reviews EKG’s to confirm medical record and account numbers are correct. Makes corrections with Cardiology as needed. Additional Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and services appropriate to the population served on the assigned unit or work area. Knowledgeable of growth and development for all patient/family cultural, linguistic, spiritual, gender, and age specific needs. Able to effectively communicate and care for patient and family as reflected in the Plan for Provision of Care. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• License /Certification Required: BLS
• Preferred: EKG certification
• Education Preferred: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience Preferred: Two to four years experience

Pay Range $20.00 -$30.00

If you want to use your talents alongside people who face each day with courage and purpose, in an environment that empowers you to do your absolute best, this is where you belong. Keep growing your career! Kaweah Health is committed to a culture that delivers personal, professional, and compassionate experiences for every person, every time.