Radiology Technologist Assistant - MRI Dept. CMFHS Main Hospital

CHRISTUS Health; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Tyler, TX seeks a Radiology Technologist Assistant to support patient flow in the medical imaging department. The role involves transporting patients, preparing equipment, and assisting radiologists with examinations to ensure efficient throughput.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent and BLS certification. One year of imaging experience is preferred, with basic computer skills required. The work schedule is 4 days of 10 hours each, full time, on site.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Move patients to and from imaging units and assist staff.
• Support radiology workflow and help maintain patient flow.
• Prepare examination supplies and maintain sterile fields.
• Scan and store completed exam data in PACS where applicable.
• Assist with order entry/data processing and report handling.
• Ensure patient privacy and safety during transport.

Skills

Basic computer experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS Certification

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 (typo? join?) 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:

4 Days - 10 Hours

Work Type:

Full Time