Imaging Srvs Tech Assistant

UPMC; Kissel Hill (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC in Pennsylvania seeks a Radiology Technician support role to perform a variety of technical procedures under supervision of a registered technologist, applying knowledge of anatomy and physiology to provide quality patient care during imaging exams.

The night shift from 9:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. covers weekdays; the role requires accurate scheduling, patient preparation, and adherence to safety protocols. This position emphasizes independent judgment within established guidelines.

Qualifications

• MRI safety knowledge and protocols.
• Experience assisting with patient care and IV placement.
• Follows radiology guidelines and safety procedures.
• Schedules exams accurately in RIS and coordinates with patients.
• Documents patient history and prepares patients for post-procedure education.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from the unit.
• Demonstrate proper IV catheter placement.
• Assist with invasive procedure tray setup and courier specimens.
• Adhere to MRI and radiation safety protocols.
• Schedule and reschedule exams in RIS; contact patients as needed.
• Verify patient identity using two identifiers and document histories.

Skills

MRI safety

Patient care

Scheduling exams

IV placement

RIS

Tools

RIS scheduling software

Job description

Provide for the performance of a variety of technical procedures utilizing independent judgment and a basic understanding of technology, anatomy, and physiology. Provide quality patient care in a timely, cost-effective manner to aid in medical diagnosis under the supervision of a registered technologist.

The schedule is from 9:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. from Monday to Thursday. This schedule could change based on department needs.
Responsibilities:

• Transports patient to and from unit when required.
• Demonstrate proper placement of IV catheter. Demonstrates knowledge of and appropriately follows guidelines for GFR criteria.
• Assists with invasive procedure tray set-up and couriers' specimens to lab as needed.
• Practices established MRI safety and radiation safety protocols.
• Accurately schedules exams into RIS as needed. Reschedules exams as needed and contacts patients for additional scanning.
• Assists technologist with patient care/flow as instructed. Knowledgeable of procedural processes.
• Verifies patient identify by utilizing at least two patient identifiers. Effectively prepares patient for exam providing both pre and post procedure education. Documents proper history into electronic record. Reviews physician orders and contacts office if additional information is required.