Medical Imaging Asst. (East)

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JOB SUMMARY

Works under the direct supervision of a Registered Radiologic Technologist. The Medical Imaging Assistant performs a wide variety of routine
duties including clerical technical and patient related functions. The Medical Imaging Assistant is responsible for assisting members of the
patient care team and providing a broad range of healthcare services such as: patient check-in exam review preparation for the visit patient
education assistance with exams and procedures and patient transporting.

The Medical Imaging Assistant is trained to use a wide variety ofradiographic equipment computers and software. The Medical Imaging Assistant may be assigned to work and assist in multiple MedicalImaging modalities and/or clinical services per operational needs. They must be able to resolve conflict and endure the pressure associatedwith a constantly changing work environment.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED (Required)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (JOB DUTIES)

• Imaging responsibilities: The Medical Imaging Assistant is competent in assisting with imaging exams. They assist with diagnostic
  exams patient care transporting patients performing clerical duties and maintaining safe and high-quality services.
• Contactshospital and outside sources regarding lab results x-ray results and ER reports; contacts nursing homes regarding patient orders;validates physician orders. Contacts patients to confirm appointment informs patient of proper attire to wear to exam; screens
  patients appropriately (e.g. MRI Safety Screeners); prior to administering a commercially prepared oral contrast product allergy
  verification is performed and questions are directed to a CT tech.
• Returns patients phone calls with the providersrecommendations for their care. Able to communicate in a timely manner with appropriate departments regarding high prioritycase interpretations (e.g. Hold and Call for STAT and Routine orders). Completes RAV documentation when calling reports. Activelycommunicates with Medical Imaging personnel regarding patient handoffs provide supporting documentation (via paper orelectronic notification) and able to respond promptly to the EMR status board changes (e.g. patient registered and ready for exam).
• Updates patient and family about exam progress and waiting time. Correctly performs order entry editing and scheduling in the
  electronic medical record (EMR) as required. Scans order to PACS for the radiologists and scans newly obtained/corrected orders
  to Media Manager. Performs routine EMR functionality procedures including arriving patients in EMR.
• Performs necessary steps toobtain valid written orders when not available. Demonstrates ability and proficiency in effectively trouble-shooting equipmentoperation including -- but not limited to computer monitor printer and scanner. Performs burning of CDs while ensuring properpatient information is affixed. Demonstrates the ability and discernment in monitoring various quality indicators including utilizingEMR status reports s for completed and preliminary reports.
• Monitors the completion dictation transcription and preliminary/finalstatus of all STAT and routine exams and alerts the proper source(s) when these are not in alignment with designated reportingprocesses. Practices Radiation Safety and MRI safety.
• Patient Safety: Care for Isolation patient and practice universal precautions. Awareness and Communication to others of fall risks.
  Obtains and verifies completion of Ticket to Ride for each transport. Responsible for the cleanliness and sanitation of the assigned
  work area ensuring area remains in a constant state of readiness.
• Individuals may not perform all of these duties or may perform additional related duties not listed here.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES)
Ability to adapt to a variety of situations change and new learnings
Ability to be organized
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to lift without restriction
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to navigate EMRs
Ability to perform basic computer functions