Radiology Technologist Assistant

Intermountain Health; Heber (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking a part-time Radiology Technologist Assistant to support imaging technologists at their Heber Valley Hospital. This role is essential for ensuring that patients are well-prepared and cared for during their diagnostic imaging procedures. Ideal candidates will have a strong commitment to patient care and safety, along with basic medical knowledge and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• Requires effective patient communication and sensitivity.
• BLS certification is necessary for safety in caregiving.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for imaging exams and ensure their comfort.
• Transport patients safely and assist with procedures.
• Coordinate patient care and communicate with healthcare teams.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Patient Care

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

Job Description:

The Radiology Technologist Assistant provides support to imaging technologists in performing various diagnostic imaging procedures. The position assists in preparing patients for imaging exams, ensuring their comfort and safety throughout the process. The incumbent will have a strong understanding of medical imaging procedures, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Are you interested in advancing your career while helping people live the healthiest lives possible?As aRadiology Tech Assistant at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care. At Intermountain, you will be part of a team that values career advancement, innovation and collaboration, where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a lasting impact.

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Job Details

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: Wednesday and Friday
• Shift: 7:30 am - 6:00 pm, 10 hours shifts, part-time

Essential Functions

• Accountable for safe and effective delivery of patient care under the direction of the technologist.
• Assists in preparing the patient for the exam and is sensitive to their needs while in their care.
• Assist patients on and off procedure tables and to and from procedure rooms.
• Assists and/or oversees coordination of patient care.
• Coordinates patient care and communicates pertinent information to other patient care providers following procedure.
• Routinely inspects transport equipment and notifies appropriate personnel when repair is necessary.
• Transports patients to and from the Imaging department, while ensuring their comfort and safety.
• May perform IV insertion upon certification and skill pass off.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Caregivers

Preferred Qualifications

• Patient care or customer service experience
• IV Certification- may not be required at all sites

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)
• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location:

Intermountain Health Heber Valley Hospital

Work City:

Heber City

Work State:

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

20

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$17.60 - $22.88

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

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Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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