IMAGING TECHNICAL AIDE

Covenant Health; Morristown (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Morristown-Hamblen Healthcare System is seeking an Imaging Technical Aide in Radiology Diagnostics. The role supports licensed technologists by coordinating patient flow, preparing patients for imaging, and assisting with equipment and procedures.

Responsibilities include handling transfers, maintaining sterile fields, and providing patient education and post-procedure follow-up. CPR certification is required; HS diploma preferred. Position is full-time, day shift, 80 hours per pay period.

Qualifications

• CPR certification required.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Willingness to learn imaging protocols and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and assists with patient transfers to and from imaging services.
• Prepares patients for imaging procedures and monitors vitals as needed.
• Responds to requests during imaging using proper anatomy terminology and protocols.
• Under supervision, positions patients and assists with image acquisition.
• Explains information to patients and families about treatment, MRI questionnaire, and procedures.
• Helps burn patient CDs and provides data for department leadership.
• Maintains sterile fields and equipment in the imaging department.
• Disinfects and cleans exam rooms and equipment after procedures.
• Serves as inter-departmental communication resource and supports calls with patients.
• Follows policies, completes annual education, and participates in quality improvement initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

Overview

Imaging Technical Aide, Radiology Diagnostic

Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift

Morristown-Hamblen Overview:

Morristown-Hamblen Healthcare System is a 170-bed hospital serving an eight-county region in East Tennessee’s Lakeway Area. The facility includes more than 20 emergency suites, advanced laboratories, radiology, and therapy services, and a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence for mammograms, biopsies, and nurse navigation. The Women’s Center features six modern labor and delivery suites and a secure nursery for newborn care. With state-of-the-art technology and a dedicated team, Morristown-Hamblen provides exceptional, patient-focused care close to home. To meet the needs of our growing community, we continue to develop services, attract new physicians, and embrace innovation, all to promote an improved quality of life.

Position Summary:

Coordinates patient flow for imaging services. Assists a licensed technologist in performing physician defined routine and specialized diagnostic imaging procedures. Provides support assistance/activities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and assists with the transfer of patients to and from imaging services.
• Prepares patients for imaging procedures, including: dressing patient, connecting patient to EKG, blood pressure, and pulse oximetry monitoring.
• Responds to physician or technologist requests during imaging procedures using appropriate anatomy/physiology terminology, procedural protocols, and imaging equipment.
• Under the supervision of licensed staff: positions patient, advances/pulls wires and catheters, manipulates digital imaging equipment.
• Explains a variety of necessary information to the patient/family member, such as: consent for treatment, MRI questionnaire, and procedure explanation.
• Assists with burning patient CDs and providing statistical data as needed to department leadership.
• Establishes and maintains sterile fields, instrumentation, and mechanical implementation used during imaging procedures.
• Assists in the maintenance and effective use of all equipment and supplies in the imaging department.
• Disinfects and sterilizes exam rooms and equipment.
• Serves as inter-departmental communication resource.
• Assists in calls with patients (i.e., appointment reminders, pre or post instructions and questions, etc.).
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

None specified; will accept any combination of formal education and/or prior work experience sufficient to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skill and ability needed to perform the essential tasks of the job, typically such as would be equivalent to a high school diploma or GED. Preference may be given to individuals possessing a HS diploma or GED.

Minimum Experience:

None

Licensure Requirement:

CPR required