- Location
- Knoxville, TN
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- IT
- Education
- High School
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
Description
Join an energetic, patient-focused team!
University Diagnostics is looking for a Technologist Assistant to join our outpatient imaging team. This is a great opportunity for someone interested in starting a career in medical imaging or gaining hands-on experience working alongside MRI and CT technologists!
Position Status: Full-Time Flex
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 12:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Hall of Fame Imaging Center, with occasional support at our Halls location.
About the Role
As a Technologist Assistant, you'll help provide a great patient experience from check-in through exam completion. You'll work closely with our MRI and CT technologists by preparing patients for exams, assisting during procedures, maintaining patient safety, and helping keep the department running smoothly.
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Radiology Medical Director and registered technologists, the Technologist Assistant:
- Assists the radiology team with patient care and daily workflow.
- Helps keep patients moving through the imaging process efficiently.
- Follows all imaging safety policies and procedures.
- Works as part of a team to provide excellent patient care.
Essential Responsibilities
- Assist with patient preparation and clinical support.
- Verify patient identity and help complete pre-procedure paperwork.
- Explain procedures and answer basic patient questions.
- Assist technologists during imaging exams.
- Maintain patient safety and comfort throughout the visit.
- May perform venipuncture and maintain IV access, as permitted.
- May perform point-of-care creatinine testing following MR/CT protocols.
- Document patient information in RIS and PACS.
- Share images with patients and referring providers as needed.
- Keep exam rooms clean, organized, and stocked with supplies.
- Work with referring offices and other team members to support patient care.
- Follow all safety and regulatory guidelines.
- Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.
- Attend required meetings, training, and in-services.
- If enrolled in an accredited imaging program, assist with patient positioning, image acquisition, and image quality under the supervision of a registered technologist.
Requirements
EXPERIENCE:
- One year as a trained Phlebotomist and/or Medical Assistant experience required.
- MRI Technologist Assistant experience or RT
EDUCATION:
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- BLS certification required within 60 days of hire.
SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Ability to work efficiently as an extension of certified/registered staff or licensed independent practitioner.
- Ability to multitask.
- Ability to provide documentation accurately and concisely.
- Demonstrates understanding of human anatomy and medical terminology.
- Ability to professionally interact with radiologists, technologists, managers, co-workers, patients, and providers.
- Knowledge of computer applications, including information and billing systems, keyboard input, digital archiving, and retrieving of data.
ABOUT US:
Choosing the right imaging provider goes beyond cost. Having confidence in the expertise of the provider is also critical. Not getting accurate answers from the imaging exam may result in additional expenses or invasive testing which may delay early onset of treatment.
At University Diagnostics, each team member’s noble purpose is to elevate the care provided beyond the expected to the exceptional. As patients increasingly take a more active role in selecting their preferred imaging provider, they should consider all the variables before making a final choice and choose an imaging provider that brings the most value to them and their family. To learn more, visit us at https://universitydiagnostics.com/.
ABOUT OUR PARTNER- OUTPATIENT IMAGING AFFILIATES, LLC:
Serving patients in over 60+ communities in 19 states, OIA is an imaging center management & development operation that is committed to delivering an affordable diagnostic imaging option without compromising customer convenience, care, technology or results. We are always recruiting for talented individuals who are dedicated to excellent patient care and the highest level of customer service. Visit http://www.oiarad.com/Careers/ today to view all our clinical and non-clinical career opportunities.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
