Diagnostic Imaging Technical Assistant
Core
Assists with diagnostic/therapeutic imaging procedures for patients of all ages, preparing equipment, managing patient flow, and handling image data.
Role type
Diagnostic Imaging Technical Assistant
Builds
Diagnostic imaging exams (MRI, etc.) and patient care workflow
Domain
Healthcare / Medical Imaging
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Patient handling and transport, Infection control, Medical terminology, PACS system operation, Supply inventory management, Scheduling support (via careerplan.io/jobs/JR26-46117-diagnostic-imaging-technical-assistant-at-wvumedicine)
Preferred skills
Radiology experience, Knowledge of medical terminology
Technologies
PACS system, Information system, Computer systems
Responsibilities
Assists patients with gowning and transport; prepares exam tables and gathers supplies; verifies patient identification and screens for contraindications; enters order information; maintains infection control; imports and digitizes images; matches patient demographics; communicates reports to physicians; maintains supply inventories.