Imaging Technical Assistant

Radiology Regional Center; Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in diagnostic imaging is seeking a compassionate Imaging Technical Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will be instrumental in providing exceptional patient care, ensuring that patients are properly prepared for imaging procedures while maintaining their modesty and confidentiality. You will also operate various computer systems and assist in the administration of IV solutions. With over 50 years of trust in patient care, this dynamic organization offers a collaborative work environment and a generous compensation package, including competitive benefits and paid time off. If you are passionate about helping others and want to make a difference in your community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Life and long-term disability insurance

Three weeks paid time off

401k with generous company contribution

Six paid holidays

Imaging services for employees and immediate household

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required, CPR BLS certification mandatory.
• Preferred: Medical training with terminology knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and guide them through procedures ensuring safety.
• Prepare and position patients for imaging procedures.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

IV Preparation

Computer Systems Operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPR Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Medical Assistant Certificate

Tools

PACS

RIS

MDM

SPARK

Job description

Radiology Regional Center | Cape Coral, FL 33904

Now Hiring - Imaging Technical Assistant

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 our patient care experience.

Job Summary

• Imaging Technical Assistant (ITA) greets patients and escorts them through procedures to prevent entry into unauthorized or restricted areas of the facility to protect the patient.
• Explain proper preparation to patients prior to procedures 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 exams 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, and 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, and physicians during administration.
• Prepare and position patients for imaging procedures, ensuring 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 medical 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

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.