PRN MRI Tech Assistant (OPR MAIN)

Casper Medical Imaging & Outpatient Radiology; Casper (WY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plans

Profit Sharing Retirement

Supplemental Gap Insurance

PTO - Accrued

Job summary

Casper Medical Imaging & Outpatient Radiology in Casper, Wyoming, seeks a dedicated individual to assist technologists in providing quality patient care. Responsibilities include obtaining medical histories, ensuring patient safety, and preparing exam rooms.

The ideal candidate will hold a high school diploma or an associate degree, have relevant healthcare experience, and possess strong communication skills. A commitment to patient safety and quality improvement in a compassionate environment is essential.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of healthcare experience required.
• Prior experience in a medical setting with medical terminology.
• Training may be available through hospitals or vocational institutions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient safety and quality patient care.
• Obtain medical history and explain exams to patients.
• Monitor patient scheduling and adjust workflow.

Skills

Communication and interpersonal interactions

Identifying patient safety issues

Situational awareness

Education

High school diploma or associate degree

Certificate such as CNA, MA, or Phlebotomy

Tools

Microsoft Office

PACS

EMR

Job description

Benefits

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Basic and Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Safe Harbor Retirement
• Profit Sharing Retirement
• Supplemental Gap Insurance
• PTO - Accrued

Job Overview

Assists technologist in maintaining patient safety and delivering quality patient care in a caring environment, including moving patients from check‑in to check‑out. Ensures patient safety before and during the exam.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Obtain medical/surgical history from patients and communicate with the technologist as needed.
• Monitor and adjust patient scheduling to ensure effective workflow and alert the supervisor when patients have waited more than 15 minutes or the schedule is running behind.
• Explain the exam to the patient.
• Work closely with the technologist to ensure patient safety during exam phases.
• Assist the technologist in preparing the exam room and positioning the patient, including patient lifting, IV placement, proper equipment selection, and linen changes.
• Assist in preparing paperwork and patient schedule for the following day.
• Perform any other duties necessary to ensure patient safety and maintain workflow.
• Stock supplies and clean and assist with in‑house laundry.
• Requires attention to detail, situational awareness, and the ability to talk and listen.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or associate degree. Training may be available in hospitals, vocational‑technical institutions, and the Armed Forces—any certificate such as CNA, MA, or Phlebotomy. Prior experience in a medical setting requiring medical terminology, anatomy & physiology. 1‑2 years of healthcare experience.

Other Requirements

• Must comply with all duties, policies, and requirements of Outpatient Radiology and applicable agencies.
• Must be able to pass drug & alcohol screening.
• Successfully pass background check and be in good standing with OIG, CMS, SAMS, and all other state and federal agencies as applicable.

Knowledge

• Medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, instrumentation, fundamental physics, patient care, and medical ethics.
• Safety, infection control, and quality improvement practices to establish a safe work environment.

Skills

• Communication and interpersonal interactions.
• Identifying patient safety issues and notifying the supervisor.
• Situational awareness and safety.

Abilities

• Lift and position patients using correct body mechanics.
• Read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to patients and other employees.
• Use Microsoft Office, PACS, or EMR competently.
• Explain technical procedures and results to patients in a user‑friendly manner.
• Calm patients who may be nervous about the procedure.
• Multi‑task efficiently and effectively.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, management, and peers.

Work Environment

Combination of exam rooms and tech console area. In some situations, work may occur in close quarters with exposure to disease, radiation, biohazard materials, and toxic chemicals.

Physical Requirements

Must stand six to eight hours daily, involving bending, stooping, squatting, reaching above the shoulders, twisting, turning, kneeling, pushing, pulling. Heavy lifting of 75+ lbs. required to move equipment and transfer patients. Possible exposure to the MRI environment; must be able to work safely in that setting.