Imaging Technical Assistant I

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

Job summary

MedStar Washington Hospital Center is seeking an Imaging Technical Assistant I to support the Radiology Department. You will assist nurses, technologists, radiologists, and clerical staff in delivering patient care during imaging procedures.

The role includes preparing patients, loading contrast per guidelines, organizing films, coordinating with multiple departments, and providing desk coverage when needed. High school diploma or GED is required; nursing assistant experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required; nursing assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for procedure; positions patient on the exam table and assists with changing clothes as needed.
• Loads contrast into pressure injector per manufacturer guidelines; maintains sterile field and cleans up after procedures.
• Organizes radiology films for return to the film library; maintains department records and inventory.
• Prepares equipment for processing; acts as liaison between radiology and other departments; covers reception duties as needed.
• Transports specimens and materials; participates in orientation of new Tech Aides and transport staff.

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.