Tech Assistant - Full-Time at Heartland Imaging - Louisville & Elizabethtown, KY

Elizabethtown, Kentucky, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Flow Facilitation, Imaging Safety Compliance, IV Access, Clinical History Corroboration, Informed Consent Verification, Patient Care Explanation, Safety Standards Adherence, Supply Inventory Management, Medical Record Documentation, RIS Documentation, PACS Documentation, Customer Service, Process Improvement, Film/CD Readiness, AIDET Communication, HEAL Communication

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Join an energetic, patient-focused team! Heartland Imaging is currently seeking an experienced Tech Assistant for a Full-Time Flex position at our outpatient imaging center located in Elizabethtown, KY. This position is primarily weekdays, with a rotating Saturday shift. This role offers full benefits, along with a competitive compensation package that includes base pay, and a comprehensive program designed to support your health, well-being, and future: Shift Differential Pay for Qualifying Shifts Quarterly Bonus Program Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay Health Insurance including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage with FSA & HSA Account Options 401(k) plan with Company Match and Company-paid Life Insurance Short-term and Long-term Disability and Employee Assistance Program JOB SUMMARY Under the direction of the Radiology Medical Director and/or the Technologist, the Technologist Assistant: Is responsible for supporting the radiology staff and providing the first clinical point of contact for patients. Facilitates the patient flow to minimize patient wait times and maximize the utilization of resources. Demonstrates competence with all imaging safety compliance initiatives. Serves as part of the imaging center team and seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Identifies patients and provides assistance with the completion of pre-procedure forms. Starts IV access according to standard procedure under the direction of a Radiologist, and in accordance with state law. Corroborates patient's clinical history with physicians order and procedure, ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed independent practitioner. May also verify informed consent, if applicable. Provides optimal patient care by explaining procedure to patient and answering questions. Follows established Safety Standards to ensure safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Collaborates with referring clinics to facilitate patient care. Assists staff with supply inventory needs and keeps rooms stocked as appropriate. Maintains all medical record documentation in RIS and PACS as appropriate. Participates in ongoing customer service and process improvement efforts. Facilitates film/CD readiness as needed for patients and referring offices. Participates in performance improvement activities. Demonstrates consistent use of AIDET (Acknowledge patient, Introduce yourself, provide Duration/timeline for test, Explain the test, & Thank them for choosing our center) and HEAL ( Hear them out, Empathize, Apologize, & Leap into action to solve) when interacting with patients/customers. Takes the initiative to help other modalities/areas of the Imaging Center as assigned or when work load/area allows. Attends/participates in staff meetings, in-services, and center-wide meetings as scheduled. Performs all other duties as assigned. Requirements EDUCATION: Must have a minimum Associates Degree in Radiology and be a graduate of an accredited two-year radiology program. LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Must be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiography, or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMIT) and maintain current valid registration from ARRT or ARMIT. MR advanced registration through ARRT or ARMIT is required upon hire for IDTF centers. Additionally, must meet the state licensure requirement for the state in which they practice. ABOUT US: Heartland Imaging offers a full range of diagnostic and screening radiology services. Our primary mission is to offer affordable medical imaging without compromising expertise or a compassionate experience. To learn more, visit us at www.heartlandimagingcenters.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. IHROIAAR INDCFT

Responsibilities

The Tech Assistant supports radiology staff by acting as the first clinical point of contact for patients, managing patient flow to minimize wait times, and ensuring compliance with all imaging safety initiatives. Essential functions include patient identification, starting IV access under direction, corroborating clinical history, explaining procedures, and maintaining medical record documentation in RIS and PACS.