MRI Safety Assistant - Viewmont Imaging - Full Time Weekend - Days

Geisinger; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to provide exceptional patient care in a clinical environment. This role involves assisting MRI technologists and physicians in delivering comprehensive care, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining equipment. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will engage with patients, manage appointments, and support the imaging process. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to patient well-being, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values collaboration and excellence in patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in patient care and safety protocols in a clinical setting.
• Ability to assist in problem-solving and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and assist in examinations under supervision.
• Schedule appointments and manage patient records and documentation.

Skills

Patient Care

Problem Solving

Communication

Emergency Response

Patient Safety

Education

High School Diploma

Certification in Medical Assistance

Tools

MRI Equipment

Patient Management Software

Job description

• Provides patient care as directed by the MRI technologist, virtual operations center, or physician in meeting the multidisciplinary plan of care established for each patient.
• Assists in problem solving and troubleshooting in the care and maintenance of equipment and assists in ensuring adequate supplies are available on the unit.
• Provides one to one patient safety watch as assigned following established policy and procedures.
• Responsible for transporting non-controlled medications as necessary to meet the needs of the clinic and unit.
• Greets patients upon arrival, aids in filling out necessary paperwork and transporting patients to appropriate imaging areas.
• Schedules patient’s appointments when needed.
• Prepares and processes requests for imaging and processes these requests to the appropriate technical personnel.
• Answers telephone calls for area and routes calls appropriately.
• Compiles and documents information based on patient’s interviews or physician input by typing, posting, and filing as the need dictates.
• Assists in patient preparation and completion of examinations.
• Verifies patient schedules.
• Observes a patient when required.
• Assists in emergency situations.
• Assists in patient positioning and lifting and transporting when needed.
• Prepares and maintains records and files as directed.
• Prints reports as required.
• Assists in ensuring all necessary supplies are available and stocked.
• Assists in completing requests for supplies.
• Assists technical staff with any/all duties necessary for completion of imaging studies.
• Participates with Virtual Operations Center to complete examinations.
• Performs safety screening on patients going into MRI suites.
• Responsible for safe practices in MR suites when applicable.
• Will perform job duties under the direct supervision of an MR technologist.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.