Radiology Assistant PRN

The University of Kansas Health System; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Hospital is seeking a Radiology Assistant PRN to support imaging workflows by assisting technologists before and after exams. The role includes transporting patients, ensuring comfort, and preparing imaging rooms to promote efficient turnover.

Responsibilities extend to data retrieval from PACS/EMR, coordinating with nursing and tech staff, and maintaining equipment and supplies. BLS certification and prior care experience are preferred for this role.

Qualifications

• High school graduate; diploma/GED not required for hires before Feb 2026.
• 1 year or less experience preferred, with 3–6 months in acute, ED, or long-term care settings.
• Experience as MA, EMT, or LPN preferred.
• BLS (AHA) certification within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist radiology technologists in patient care before and after imaging.
• Transport patients to and from radiology and assist with comfort.
• Enter information into EMR, PACS, and O2 for reviews.
• Coordinate information between nursing and technology staff.
• Prepare imaging rooms and maintain supplies for efficient turnover.

Skills

Patient care

Team communication

Medical terminology

Attention to detail

EMR data entry

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

PACS

EMR systems

Job description

Position TitleRadiology Assistant PRNVaries - PRNLiberty HospitalPosition Summary / Career Interest:The Radiology Assistant assists technologists in the care of patients for imaging both prior to and after testing. The Radiology Assistant also helps with transferring/transporting and observing patients. Collects and presents information from PACS and/or O2 regarding patient, exam and works to ensure patients are imaged in a timely manner.Responsibilities and Essential Job FunctionsMust be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.Provides constant patient observation while in immediate care area. Reports to technologist/nurse and or physician if there is a change in patient’s mental status, pain, or condition.Coordinates information between nursing unit and the technology staff. Confirms and screens patient for appointments.Accesses patient information in the EMR prior to patient’s exam and presents to technologist staff for review.Enters information into O2 to assist radiology technologists.Maintains a patient-centered focus and strives to support the mission, goals and values of the hospital, department and division.Prepares imaging rooms before and after patient exam to assist with efficient and timely room turnover.Transport patients to and from radiology department.Attends to patient’s comfort during transport and in the radiology department. Reports condition changes during transport to technologist/nurse or physician.Performs daily work assignments in an efficient, organized manner and with accuracy, such as assisting with inpatient/outpatient schedule coordination of patients.Provides education to patients, patient families, and nursing units regarding radiology procedures.Retrieves and/or creates patients’ electronic folders and accesses reports and other patient or exam data via O2, PACs and the Cloud.Maintains supply par levels and orders supplies.Promptly reports equipment malfunctions.Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.Required Education and ExperienceHigh School Graduate (A high school diploma or GED is not required for Radiology Assistants hired prior to February 2026.)Preferred Education and ExperienceLess than 1 year 3-6 months experience with caring for acute, ED, or long-term care patientsExperience as an MA, EMT, LPNRequired Licensure and CertificationBasic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) within 14 daysPreferred Licensure and CertificationKnowledge RequirementsAbility to use computer systems, retrieving data when necessaryTime Type:Part timeJob Requisition ID:R-57933Important information for you to know as you apply:The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion .The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link [e-mail] .Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.Need help finding the right job?We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Create a custom Job Alert by selecting criteria that suit your career interests.