Radiology Imaging Assistant — Patient Care & Admin

Aurora Health Care; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin seeks a Radiology Support Specialist to assist patients before exams, move them between rooms, and coordinate with radiologists and technologists. You will manage radiology computer systems, prepare exam rooms, and ensure accurate documentation and film handling.

Responsibilities include greeting patients, scheduling, communicating observations to the care team, and performing routine equipment maintenance. Growth opportunities exist in a busy radiology department.

Qualifications

• Competent in IV insertion and venipuncture as department needs require.
• Excellent communication skills with patients, staff and physicians.
• Excellent customer service and organizational skills.
• Intermediate computer skills including email and common software.
• Able to follow directions and work independently or with technologists, physicians, and patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in preparation for exams and provide basic procedure-related instruction.
• Use radiology computer systems to generate requisitions, check schedules, and obtain patient information.
• Prepare and organize exam rooms; maintain equipment and stock supplies.
• Greet patients and visitors; respond to routine requests for information; schedule appointments and take messages.
• Act as liaison between ordering physician, radiologist, and technologist.
• Provide radiology reports and images to staff, physicians, patients and family; manage health information records and film jackets.
• Document observations and communicate concerns to physicians and healthcare team.
• Perform routine maintenance and quality monitoring of imaging equipment; ensure sterile handling of instruments and equipment.
• Assist with screening and documentation of MRI implants as needed.
• Demonstrate knowledge of age-specific care and developmental considerations for patients.

Skills

IV insertion

Communication skills

Customer service

Computer skills

Teamwork / follow directions

Education

GED or HSED or high school graduate

Job description

Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin seeks a Radiology Support Specialist to assist patients before exams, move them between rooms, and coordinate with radiologists and technologists. You will manage radiology computer systems, prepare exam rooms, and ensure accurate documentation and film handling.

Responsibilities include greeting patients, scheduling, communicating observations to the care team, and performing routine equipment maintenance. Growth opportunities exist in a busy radiology department.