Radiology Imaging Assistant - Patient-Focused X-ray Support

Ochsner Health; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Radiology Support Assistant to help the radiologic team with limited imaging procedures, patient preparation, and documentation in a hospital setting. You will support clinicians, ensure patient safety, and help maintain imaging equipment.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and enrollment in a Medical Imaging program, with strong computer and communication skills to interact with patients and staff.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and enrollment in an accredited Medical Imaging program.
• Proficiency with computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Strong communication skills with patients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Assist a registered radiologic technologist with limited radiographic procedures.
• Prepare patients and rooms for imaging visits and ensure privacy and comfort.
• Verify physician orders and ensure procedures are ready for the visit.
• Maintain radiology equipment and work areas to department standards.
• Perform radiology imaging adhering to ALARA principles and safety standards.
• Review patient images for diagnostic quality before transmission.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Verbal & written comms

Radiology procedures knowledge

Safe radiology operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrollment in Medical Imaging program

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Radiology Support Assistant to help the radiologic team with limited imaging procedures, patient preparation, and documentation in a hospital setting. You will support clinicians, ensure patient safety, and help maintain imaging equipment.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and enrollment in a Medical Imaging program, with strong computer and communication skills to interact with patients and staff.