Radiology Technologist Assistant - Imaging MRI

CHRISTUS Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist Assistant to support patient flow in the medical imaging department. You will transport patients, assist with exams, and ensure privacy and dignity are maintained.

The role involves setting up supplies, handling PACS-related tasks, and collaborating with radiologists and staff to maintain high-quality imaging services. Requirements include a high school diploma, BLS certification, and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1 year of experience working in medical imaging is preferred.
• Basic computer experience is required.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Meets CHR​ISTUS Health competency expectations and demonstrates professional conduct.
• Adheres to core values and policies in daily work.
• Assists radiology staff with patient transport, positioning, and preparation for exams.
• Ensures patient dignity, privacy, and safety during procedures.
• Supports PACS workflows, report retrieval, and CD burning as needed.
• Maintains clean, stocked exam rooms and sterile equipment setup.
• Coordinates imaging procedures to optimize patient flow.
• Troubleshoots equipment and reports issues to supervisors.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer experience

Medical imaging experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Summary:

The Radiology Technologist Assistant provides continuous support of patient flow through the medical imaging department by transferring patients to and from units to the department as directed. Follows departmental guidelines while transporting patients. The patient is protected from possible injury using side rails. Patient privacy is protected by fully covering the patient; the patient’s dignity and comfort are always considered. Assists personnel in the department in moving patients, holding patients, and preparing patients for exams as well as setting up necessary supplies/equipment on a sterile field for procedures. Helps clean aprons, gloves, and accessories as required. Assists with order entry/data processing, report retrieval, and CD burning as needed. Behavior and communication skills must align with the organization's mission, values, and culture.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Demonstrates adherence to the Core Values of CHRISTUS Health.
• Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability.
• Promotes staff growth, development, and employee engagement by collaborating with management, coworkers, and physicians to create an optimal work environment.
• Promotes exceptional physician satisfaction by providing meaningful assistance to radiologists and referring physicians.
• Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or disclose any confidential information unless it is necessary in the performance of assigned job duties.
• Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
• Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, and standards of care as deemed appropriate by State and Federal agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory entities.
• Coordinates/prioritizes imaging procedures throughout the workday, maintaining a high level of patient care and continuity.
• Performs examinations/procedures as needed to assist in patient throughput.
• Ensures exam rooms are neat, clean, and adequately stocked before exams are performed.
• Demonstrates flexibility by working other shifts and at other campuses as needed or required.
• Ensures completed exams are scanned and stored correctly in PACS.
• Ability to follow PACS downtime procedures as a PACS Superuser and elevate any problem(s) or issue(s) to the PACS administrator or Designee if needed.
• Troubleshoots and reports any equipment malfunctions to the Director/Manager/Supervisor and/or Biomedical personnel; does appropriate follow-up.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

Experience

• 1 year of experience working in medical imaging preferred
• Basic computer experience required

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• BLS Required

Work Schedule:

PRN

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed