Radiology Assistant Student-Ultrasound

Geisinger; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits from day one

Vision and dental coverage

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a dedicated support staff member for their Radiology department in Danville, Pennsylvania. The role involves assisting Radiology Technologist staff, ensuring patient comfort, preparing imaging rooms, and completing clerical tasks. Candidates should be enrolled in a medical imaging program, possess a high school diploma, and have Basic Life Support certification. Full-time and part-time positions offer healthcare benefits from day one.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a medical imaging program with intent to enroll in hospital radiologic school.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients and assists with paperwork and transport.
• Answers and routes telephone calls appropriately.
• Assists in patient preparation for examinations.
• Maintains necessary supplies in imaging rooms.
• Observes and assists patients as required.

Education

Enrollment in an associate or bachelor’s degree medical imaging program

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)

Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

Job Summary

Assists Radiology Technologist staff in providing non‑technical support to the various departments of Radiology. Expedites care through direct patient contact, including patient transportation, patient preparation, specimen transportation, and preparation of imaging rooms and other related assistance.

Job Duties

• Greets patients upon arrival, aids in filling out necessary paperwork, and transports patients to appropriate imaging areas.
• Answers telephone calls for the area and routes calls appropriately.
• Performs clerical functions as required and requested.
• Assists in patient preparation and completion of examinations.
• Observes patients when required.
• Assists in patient positioning, lifting and transporting when needed.
• Assists in ensuring all necessary supplies are available and stocked.
• Assists technical staff with any/all duties necessary for completion of imaging studies.
• Applies principles of patient safety during all aspects of patient care.
• Effectively uses Radiology Information System.
• Maintains confidentiality and an ethical relationship with all patients and medical records.

Requirements

• Enrollment in an associate or bachelor’s degree medical imaging program with intent to enroll in hospital‑based radiologic school when eligible.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) is required.
• Basic Life Support Certification (default issuing body).

Work is typically performed in a clinic environment. Accountable for satisfying all job‑specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

We offer healthcare benefits for full‑time and part‑time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.

We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.