Imaging Support Technician — Radiology

Wheeling Hospital; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. is seeking a Radiology Support Aide to assist in delivering a full range of imaging procedures. You’ll support Radiologic Technologists, prepare patients, verify orders, and help coordinate workflow across the Radiology department.

The role requires a high school diploma, BLS within 30 days, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Preference is given to candidates with one year of clinical experience and comfort with RIS and patient care tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certified in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients in Radiology and facilitate a positive department experience.
• Answer calls timely, identify self and unit.
• Verify orders upon receipt and notify physicians of inaccuracies.
• Support Radiologic Technologists in planning and executing routine imaging procedures.
• Prepare patients for basic examinations and procedures.
• Coordinate patient arrival and assist with comfort.
• Provide direct patient care to support imaging services.
• Assist in safe transport of patients per hospital policy.
• Maintain a clean, safe imaging environment to prevent infection.
• Collaborate with technicians, nursing, residents and staff to ensure efficient service.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to supervising staff.
• Participate in unit operations to ensure smooth workflow.
• Maintain communication between department and patient floors, ED and OR.
• Assist with gowning and basic physical care as needed.
• Engage in problem solving and process improvements across the hospital.

Skills

Patient interaction

Radiology information systems

Multi-tasking

Safe patient handling

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

BLS certification

Tools

RIS

Job description

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. is seeking a Radiology Support Aide to assist in delivering a full range of imaging procedures. You’ll support Radiologic Technologists, prepare patients, verify orders, and help coordinate workflow across the Radiology department.

The role requires a high school diploma, BLS within 30 days, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Preference is given to candidates with one year of clinical experience and comfort with RIS and patient care tasks.