MRI Scheduler & Imaging Support Specialist

MultiCare Health System; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

MultiCare in the United States is seeking an MRI Level 1 Tech Assistant/Imaging Scheduler to support clinical flow and ensure patients receive timely care in imaging services.

The role blends clerical duties, patient screening, coordination with MRI technologists, room setup, and patient transport within Imaging. A high school diploma and basic computer skills are required; knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical background and computer experience preferable.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs various clerical duties.
• Updates patient information provides required forms to complete and obtains signatures as necessary.
• Prints screening forms and patient requisitions.
• Answers telephone and coordinates workflow.
• Interviews patient using screening/contrast forms.
• Discusses patient answers with technologist.
• Provides clothing and changing assistance as needed.
• Assists technologist with MRI patients and procedures.
• Performs MRI room setup for next exam.
• Provides assistance during an emergency.
• Begins patient exam in RIS; technologist will complete exam in RIS.
• Transports patient from MRI to and from other areas in Imaging.
• Transports patient when house transport is unavailable.
• Cleans and stocks room with supplies and linen.
• Monitors inventory and orders supplies.
• Follows department Safety protocols for maintaining magnetic safety.
• Schedules outpatient appointments in scheduling program and RIS for MR and other imaging modalities.
• Verifies insurance eligibility as appropriate.
• Schedules interpreters for patient as needed.
• Contributes to professional communication with team members in order to convey important information relating to patient care, operations, or clinical needs.
• Maintains awareness of changes in protocols/procedures of the department; maintains competency on all applicable computer systems.

Skills

Clerical duties

Medical terminology

Computer experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

MultiCare in the United States is seeking an MRI Level 1 Tech Assistant/Imaging Scheduler to support clinical flow and ensure patients receive timely care in imaging services.

The role blends clerical duties, patient screening, coordination with MRI technologists, room setup, and patient transport within Imaging. A high school diploma and basic computer skills are required; knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.