Sr. Imaging Assistant, Per Diem, Variable Shift

Adventist Health Portland; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 24,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Adventist Health Portland is looking for an Imaging Assistant to safely transport patients to and from the diagnostic imaging department and support patient care during procedures.

The role requires at least a High School/GED and preferred experience in healthcare CS and imaging support, with emphasis on safety, confidentiality, and efficient patient flow.

Qualifications

• High School/GED or equivalent required.
• Associate’s/Technical degree preferred.
• Two years of healthcare customer service experience preferred; five years imaging assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients between rooms and imaging department; assist with transfers.
• Verify exam orders and prepare films; maintain HIPAA compliance.
• Coordinate handoffs between imaging and nursing units; monitor patient signs.
• Assist with managing imaging department patient flow.
• Set up trays with sterile technique; prepare contrast injectors.

Skills

Customer service

Healthcare setting

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School/GED

Associate’s/Technical degree preferred

2 years healthcare CS experience preferred

5 years imaging assistant experience preferred

Job description

Job Description

Adventist Health Portland has been caring for East Portland since 1893, growing alongside the community we serve. Today, more than 2,300 employees are dedicated to whole-person care, mind, body and spirit, across our 302-bed medical center, emergency department, and network of clinics, urgent care, home care and hospice services. The Adventist Health Northwest Heart Center, located on our medical center campus, provides advanced cardiovascular care, bringing together expert providers, innovative treatments and compassionate support for patients across the region.

Job Summary

Safely transports patients to and from the diagnostic imaging department, ensuring patient support systems are in place at all times. Reports any changes in patient condition during the process to nurses and/or technologists. Assists with managing the imaging department's patient flow.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Two years' customer service experience in a healthcare setting: Preferred
• Five years' experience as an Imaging Assistant: Preferred

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Essential Functions

• Safely transports patients (with and without oxygen, as appropriate) between their rooms and the diagnostic imaging department. Assists patients from wheelchair to exam table, stretcher or toilet and back as needed. Provides direct patient care as directed by technologists or radiologists, including starting/flushing appropriate IV access on patients as needed.
• Verifies orders for exams to be performed and confirms patient lab work is within safe limits for exam to be performed. Processes paperwork and develops and assembles films in preparation for reading. Assists the imaging clerical staff as needed. Adheres to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other patient confidentiality guidelines and regulations.
• Serves as a liaison between technologists and unit nursing staff. Performs all duties related to the hand off of care between the imaging department and hospital unit, recognizing and reporting abnormal, emergent or unusual signs and symptoms based on patient population and common diagnoses (change in vital signs, intake, output, patient complaints, etc.).
• Assists with managing the imaging department's patient flow.
• Sets up procedural trays using sterile techniques and prepares contrast injectors for exams. Keeps stretchers and wheelchairs clean and neatly stored, blanket warmers and linens stocked, exam rooms tidy and equipment clean.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

JOB INFO

• Job Identification : 73921
• Job Category : Assistant
• Posting Date : 2026-10-12T20:54:33+00:00
• Job Shift : Variable Shift
• Locations : Portland, OR, United States
• Assignment Category : Per Diem
• Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $17.68 to $26.51. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.
• Hiring Department : Transport
• Shift Length : 8 Hours