Imaging Technical Assistant I

MedStar Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking an Imaging Technical Assistant I for MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. You will assist nurses, technologists, radiologists and clerical staff in patient service during radiology procedures.

Responsibilities include patient prep, equipment setup, supply handling, film organization, and interdepartmental coordination to ensure timely care and smooth operation of the Radiology Department.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; preferred additional training or experience as a Nursing Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for procedure and positions on exam table.
• Loads contrast into injector and maintains sterile field.
• Organizes radiology films and maintains department records.
• Acts as liaison between radiology and other departments and provides desk coverage as needed.
• Transports specimens and assists with orientation of new staff.

Skills

Nursing Assistant experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About the Job

MedStar Health is looking for an Imaging Technical Assistant I to join our team at MedStar Washington Hospital Center!

As an Imaging TechnicalAssistantI you will assist nurses, technologists, radiologists, and clerical staff in providing service and assistance to patients having procedures in the Radiology Department.

Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!

Primary Duties:

• Prepares patient for procedure; positions patient on the exam table. (Mayassistpatientwith changing clothes.) Checks for theappropriate clinicalindicationfor the procedure ordered and ensurespatienthas a written order for the procedure from the referring physician. Transportspatientsto and from procedure room and/or nursing unit.Escorts andhelppatientsgoto the bathroom.
• Loads contrast into pressureinjectorper manufacturer's guidelines. Monitors environmentalmaintenancedepartment. Cleans up used supplies,linen,and equipment after each procedure.Stocksrooms with needed supplies and linens daily. Sets up trays, supplies, and saline solutions used in procedures whilemaintaininga sterile field.
• Organizes radiology filmsforreturn to the film library daily.Locates and retrieves old films as needed for current procedures and comparative studies. Maintains records and forms in the department. Monitors inventory of medical materials and office supplies and requests replenishment tomaintainadequate stock levels.
• Prepares equipment and supplies for processing bySterileProcessing Department. Locates equipment and supplies as needed. Acts as liaison between radiology department and other departments (i.e., Linen Services, Facilities, Telecommunications, Environmental Services) as necessary. Provides coverage at the Reception Desk as needed by providing telephone coverage, greeting patients, directingvisitors,and scheduling patients for procedures if necessary. Notifies technical staff when patientwait ismore than 15 minutes and explains delay(s) to the patient.
• Transports laboratory specimens and retrieves drugs and blood products. Participates in the orientation of new Tech Aides, transporters, and material managers.AssistswithprocessingFellows and/or Residents within the department.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED with preferredadditionaltraining or experience as a Nursing Assistant.

This position has a hiring range of

USD $19.10 - USD $28.60 /Hr.