Imaging Technical Assistant

Radiology Regional; Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in diagnostic imaging is seeking a passionate Imaging Technical Assistant to join their dedicated team in Cape Coral. This role involves greeting patients, ensuring their safety during procedures, and assisting with imaging operations. You will play a vital role in providing excellent patient care while navigating technical systems and maintaining patient confidentiality. With over 50 years of trusted service in the community, this opportunity offers a collaborative environment and a generous benefits package, making it an ideal position for those looking to make a difference in healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental and vision benefits

Life and long-term disability insurance

Three weeks paid time off

401k with company contribution

Six paid holidays

Imaging services for employees and household

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; CPR Basic Life Support certification mandatory.
• Medical training with terminology knowledge is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients through procedures while ensuring safety.
• Prepare IV solutions and assist during imaging procedures.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Technical Understanding

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Certificate

Tools

PACS

RIS

MDM

SPARK

Job description

Description

Now Hiring – Full-Time - Imaging Technical Assistant

Location: Cape Coral, FL – On-site (805 Del Prado Blvd)

Radiology Regional is one of the largest physician-driven diagnostic imaging providers, with 13 imaging centers, in Southwest Florida. We are seeking a dynamic person with a passion to care for others in the communities we serve. For over 50 years we have earned trust and confidence because of their patient care experience.

Job Summary:

• Imaging Technical Assistant (ITA) greets patients and escorts the patient through procedures to prevent entry into unauthorized or restricted areas of facility to protect the patient.
• Explain proper preparation to patient prior to procedure and verify appropriate patient RX or verbal order (VO) pertinent to examinations ordered.
• Verify patient demographics in accordance with RRC's HIPAA/PHI policy using two identifiers to confirm patient name, address, DOB, phone numbers, and referring physicians’ first and last name and physicians’ address.
• Ensure patient’s history is completed with accurate information per history sheet for exam scheduled.
• Operate and understand all computer systems, including PACS, RIS, MDM and SPARK (Instant Messaging).
• Provide personal, patient, patient family, visitors and assisting staff protection in accordance with MRI equipment safety standards and policies, procedures, protocols.
• Complete Radiology Regional IV training program and obtain required IV certification per the standards of RRC.
• Prepare IV solution sets and contrast agents for administration and assist technologists, radiologists, physicians during administration.
• Prepare and position patient for imaging procedures, ensure patient modesty, confidentiality, and privacy.
• Have an understanding and ability to navigate through the RRC Informer, accessing technical protocols, commonly used forms, required annual training and radiologists’ schedules.
• Assist with laundry of patient gowns, sheets, and other linens.

In addition to a collaborative work environment, we offer our technical assistants a generous compensation package:

• Competitive medical, dental and vision benefits plans
• Life and long-term disability insurance
• Three weeks paid time off.
• 401k with a generous company contribution
• Six paid holidays
• Imaging services for employees and immediate household

And much more!

Job Requirements:

• Required: High School Diploma or GED
• Required: CPR Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Preferred: Medical training program that included medical and anatomy terminology
• Preferred: Medical assistant certificate
• Preferred: Medical knowledge/experience

Radiology Regional is an Equal Opportunity Employer.