Medical Imaging Tech Assistant

St. Joseph's Health; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Health in Syracuse, NY, is seeking a Radiologic Technology support staff member to greet patients, prepare them for radiographic exams, and assist radiographers. Responsibilities include a wide range of tasks to support department operations, including secretarial and transport duties.

The role emphasizes patient care and smooth workflow in a busy clinical setting. The position offers opportunities for professional development and works within a compassionate, patient-centered

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• Prior patient care/handling experience preferred; transporter experience or willingness to advance.
• Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills.
• Completes population specific competency annually on populations served as identified in scope of care and service.

Responsibilities

• Greets and prepares patients for radiographic examinations and assists radiographer as needed.
• Performs a wide variety of tasks and functions in support of departments operation, including secretarial and transport duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Radiologic imaging knowledge

Imaging equipment

Digital imaging

QC testing equipment

Biomedical electronic imaging

Computer data entry

Hemodynamic monitoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Patient care experience preferred

Orientation and continuing education

Population-specific competency training

Tools

Imaging equipment

Digital imaging

QC testing equipment

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

* Excellent opportunity for Radiologic Technology students! *

MISSION STATEMENT:

We, St Joseph's Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Greets and prepares patents for radiographic examinations and assists radiographer as needed.
• Performs a wide variety of tasks and functions in support of departments operation, including secretarial and transport duties.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:

• High school education or equivalent.
• Prior patient care/handling experience preferred. Must have transporter experience or have demonstrated the desire and motivation, thorough actions and the learning of additional skills, to advance to this level.
• Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.
• Completes population specific competency annually on populations served as identified in scope of care and service.

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, SKILLS OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Good communication skills both oral and written and strong interpersonal skills required.
• Knowledge of examinations, equipment and limitations.
• Must be able to anticipate needs of technologists and/or patients and fulfill them without constant supervision.
• Skilled with imaging equipment, digital imaging and associated QC testing equipment needed.
• Ability to learn biomedical electronic radiologic imaging, computer data entry, and hemodynamic monitoring skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS:

Office/Clinical setting. Exposure class I - Routine or potential exposure to blood, body fluids, excretions or secretions. Intermittent to regular exposure to unpleasant physical conditions. Regular exposure to situations that could cause moderate to serious injury or illness. Radiation exposure - when testing equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Heavy work: pushing, pulling, walking, standing, and lifting

WORK CONTACT GROUP:

All services, employees, medical staff, patients, visitors, vendors, various regulatory and professional agencies.

SUPERVISED BY:

Technologist/Supervisor

Pay Range: $16.70 - $24.20

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.