Imaging Assistant III - Radiology CT

Imaging Assistant III - Radiology CT

This position provides advanced technical, clinical and clerical support within the Imaging department. Responsibilities include managing patient flow, conducting patient screening, assisting patients during procedures, maintaining supplies, and supporting technologists as needed. This role also includes remote cardiac monitoring for patients undergoing MRI when they are off nursing units.

Patient Interaction & Prep

Transports Patient

Verify patient identity using two identifiers.

Complete and document pre-procedure screening (e.g., contrast consent)

Educate patients about the procedure and address questions

Communicate readiness to remote technologist

Monitor telemetry patients during exam

Physical Setup

Position the patient correctly on the scanner table

Prepare positioning aids

Loads contrast injector

Contrast Administration

Place and manage IV lines

Administer contrast or medications under direct supervision

Monitor for adverse reactions and initiate emergency response if needed

Emergency Readiness

Initiate BLS protocols if required

Escalate to on-site technologists, physician or EMS per facility protocol

Communication

Maintain continuous two-way communication with the remote technologist during the scan

Complete Exam Data Entry

Qualifications

Education

• Paramedic - High school diploma/GED and a graduate of an accredited paramedic program.
• LPN High school diploma or GED plus completion of an accredited LPN program.
• 2nd Year Rad Tech Student High school diploma or GED

Work Experience

• Prior experience as a paramedic or LPN Required
• Recent experience in cardiac monitoring and arrhythmia interpretation Required

Licenses and Certifications

• EMT Certification Required
• LPN license Required
• 2nd year Rad Tech Required
• BLS certification

Business Unit: Company Name

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital