Radiology Asst

Catholic Health Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Radiology Assistant at St. Francis Hospital in New York supports the imaging department by coordinating patient flow and ensuring equipment is used efficiently.

You greet and gown patients, screen on arrival, and help move them through quickly, so exams start promptly. You will scan medical documentation into the PACS/Merge system, bridge between waiting room and scanner, and assist technologists, with high school diploma and MA/PCA experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma / Equivalent required
• Prior MA/PCA experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist technologist with coordinating workflow
• Patient transport
• Answer phones
• Prepare imaging table, linen and assist patients on and off the imaging table

Education

High School Diploma / Equivalent

Job description

Overview

Radiology Assistant

St. Francis Hospital, The Heart Center® is New York State's only specialty designated cardiac center. A member of Catholic Health Services of Long Island, St. Francis is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a national leader for Cardiology & Heart Surgery, as well as for Gastroenterology & GI Surgery. Additionally, U.S. News rates St. Francis as high performing in Geriatrics, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and Pulmonology. Nursing care at St. Francis is also nationally recognized, with multiple Magnet designations, as well as the AMSN PRISM Awards® and Beacon Awards. St. Francis has regularly out-scored other hospitals on Long Island.

St. Francis Hospital is dedicated to providing a supportive environment, committed to the highest standards of patient care, where health care professionals can develop their expertise and strengthen their credentials.

Job Details

Radiology Assistant Job Details

• Act as the operational engine of the department, directly managing the flow of patients to ensure our imaging equipment remains in constant use
• Greet and gown patients, performing initial screenings, and facilitating rapid room turnovers to minimize wait time
• Scan medical documentation into the PACS/Merge system to ensure Radiologists have immediate access to patient histories
• Bridge the gap between the waiting room and the scanner for increased departmental throughput, reduced technologist burnout to ensure a seamless, high-quality experience for every patient

Radiology Assistant Responsibilities

• Assist technologist with coordinating workflow
• Patient transport
• Answer phones
• Prepare imaging table clean linen and assist the patients on and off the imaging table

Radiology Assistant Requirements

• Minimum High School Diploma / Equivalent required
• Prior MA/PCA experience preferred

Salary Range

USD $20.97 - USD $25.00 /Hr.

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.