Hybrid Imaging Technical Assistant at Radiology Associates of Hartford PC

Description

Now Hiring – Imaging Technical Assistant 

Location: Bloomfield, CT– On-site 

Type: Full-time 

Hours: Monday-Friday; 1:30pm to 10:00pm

 Radiology Associates of Hartford is Central Connecticut’s premier radiology group. Building trust with patients and physicians for nearly 50 years, our practice has expanded to five outpatient imaging centers spanning 50 miles from Enfield to Rocky Hill. As the most comprehensive imaging service provider in Central Connecticut, we offer unparalleled growth opportunities with a nationally accredited team of experts in radiology.

Job Summary: 

• Imaging Technical Assistant (ITA) greets patients and escorts the  patient through procedures to prevent entry into unauthorized or  restricted areas of facility to protect the patient.
• Explain proper preparation to patient prior to procedure and verify appropriate patient RX or verbal order (VO) pertinent to examinations  ordered.
• Verify patient demographics in accordance with RAH HIPAA/PHI policy using two identifiers to confirm patient name, address, DOB, phone  numbers, and referring physicians’ first and last name and physicians’ address.
• Ensure patient’s history is completed with accurate information per history sheet for exam scheduled.
• Operate and understand all computer systems.
• Provide personal, patient, patient family, visitors and assisting staff protection in accordance with MRI equipment safety standards and policies, procedures, protocols.
• Prepare IV solution sets and contrast agents for administration and assist technologists, radiologists, physicians during administration.
• Prepare and position patient for imaging procedures, ensure patient modesty, confidentiality, and privacy. 
• Have an understanding and ability to navigate through the RAH Informer, accessing technical protocols, commonly used forms, required annual training and radiologists’ schedules. 
• Assist with laundry of patient gowns, sheets, and other linens 

Requirements

Prior medical assisting or other patient focused experience is preferred, but we will train the right individual who is self-motivated, customer service-oriented, desires a career in radiologic healthcare, is personable and is interested in making our patients feel comfortable while undergoing a variety of imaging services.  

• Required - Medical knowledge/experience  
• Required - CPR Basic Life Support (BLS) certification  
• Preferred - Medical training program  that included medical and anatomy terminology  
• Preferred - Medical assistant certificate  
• Required - High School Diploma or GED  

Radiology Regional is an Equal Opportunity Employer.