Radiology Assistant PRN

The University of Kansas Health System; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in the United States is seeking a Radiology Assistant for PRN shifts at Liberty Hospital. The role supports technologists, transports patients, and assists with imaging workflow while ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the imaging process.

Responsibilities include accessing EMR/PACS data, coordinating with nursing and tech staff, maintaining supply levels, and educating patients and families about radiology procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (not required for hires before Feb 2026)
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire
• Experience with PACS, EMR systems and patient data
• Experience caring for acute, ED, or long-term care patients a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist radiology staff before and after imaging procedures
• Transport patients to and from radiology department and observe patient safety
• Access EMR, PACS and O2 data and present information to technologists
• Prepare imaging rooms and manage supplies for efficient workflow
• Educate patients and families about radiology procedures
• Report patient condition changes to staff or physicians

Skills

PACS access

EMR navigation

Patient transport

Patient observation

Communication

Education

High School Graduate

BLS certification

1 year or less experience in healthcare

MA/EMT/LPN experience

Job description

Position Title Radiology Assistant PRN Varies - PRN Liberty Hospital

Position 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 Functions

Must 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 Experience

• High School Graduate (A high school diploma or GED is not required for Radiology Assistants hired prior to February 2026.)

Preferred Education and Experience

• Less than 1 year
• 3-6 months experience with caring for acute, ED, or long-term care patients
• Experience as an MA, EMT, LPN

Required Licensure and Certification

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) within 14 days

Preferred Licensure and Certification

• Knowledge Requirements Ability to use computer systems, retrieving data when necessary

Time Type: Part time

Important 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. 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.

About The University of Kansas Health System

As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life-changing treatments for the people we serve.