Radiology Assistant - Full Time, Day Shift

Adventist Health; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Sierra Vista is seeking an Imaging Support role to safely transport and assist patients within the radiology department, manage patient flow, and support imaging staff.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED; an Associate's/Technical degree is preferred and hospital experience is helpful. This is a full-time, on-site role in San Luis Obispo, CA.

Qualifications

• High School Education/GED is required.
• Associate's/Technical Degree or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience in hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely transports and assists patients between departments and waiting areas.
• Reviews physician orders, researches lab values and provides patient education as directed by technologists.
• Helps manage the imaging department's patient flow and familiarizes self with department computer systems.

Skills

Patient transport

Direct patient care

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School Education/GED

Associate's/Technical Degree

Job description

Job Description

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had.

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had.

Job Summary

Supports technologists with ongoing patient care, including assisting, transporting, moving and supervising patients in the radiology department. Helps manage the imaging department's patient flow.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
• Associate's/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Experience in hospital setting: Preferred

Essential Functions

• Safely transports and assists patients between other departments and waiting areas. Assists patients from wheelchair to exam table, stretcher or toilet and back as needed. Provides direct patient care as directed by technologists or radiologists, in conjunction with all imaging procedures.
• Reviews physician orders, researches lab values and provides patient education as directed by technologists.
• Helps manage the imaging department's patient flow. Familiarizes self with all department computer systems and programs, under the supervision of technologists. Transports and assists patients between other departments and waiting areas. Position and assists patients on and off exam tables and escorts patients to the restroom. Familiarizes self with the hospital's "Lift" equipment.
• Processes paperwork, prints and logs camera QC for nuclear medicine. Develops and assembles films in preparation for reading. Assists the imaging clerical staff as needed. Adheres to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other patient confidentiality guidelines and regulations.
• Cleans and disinfects equipment and exam rooms, following infection control guidelines. Keeps stretchers and wheelchairs clean and blanket warmers and linens stocked.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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JOB INFO

• Job Identification : 70520
• Job Category : Assistant
• Posting Date : 2026-09-18T14:00:00+00:00
• Job Shift : Day Shift
• Locations :
• San Luis Obispo, CA, United States
• Assignment Category : Full-time regular
• Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $26.80 to $40.17. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.
• Hiring Department : AHPN San Luis Obispo - Radiology (AHSL)
• Shift Length : 8 Hours