Imaging Technical Assistant

Radiologyregional; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in diagnostic imaging is on the lookout for a passionate Imaging Technical Assistant. This role is vital in ensuring patient comfort and safety during imaging procedures, while also managing essential administrative tasks. With over 50 years of service, the company prides itself on its patient care experience and offers a collaborative work environment. You'll be trained in IV preparation and will play a key role in patient interactions, making this an exciting opportunity for those looking to start a career in radiologic healthcare. Join a team that values compassion and professionalism in every aspect of patient care.

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

• Prior medical assisting or patient-focused experience preferred.
• Self-motivated and customer service-oriented individual desired.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients, ensuring their comfort and safety.
• Operate computer systems including PACS and RIS for patient data.

Skills

Customer Service

Patient Care

Medical Terminology

IV Preparation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPR Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Medical Assistant Certificate

Tools

PACS

RIS

MDM

SPARK Instant Messaging

Job description

Description

Now Hiring – Full-Time - Imaging Technical Assistant

Location: Fort Myers, FL – On-site (14551 Hope Center Loop)

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

Requirements

Job Requirements: Prior medical assisting or other patient focused experience is preferred, but we will train the right individual who is self-motivated, customer service-oriented, desires a career in radiologic healthcare, is personable and is interested in making our patients feel comfortable while undergoing a variety of imaging services.

• 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.