Diagnostic Imaging Assistant

Job Opportunity At St. Anthony Hospital Assists technologists and provides support for the imaging department. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES May transport, prepare and position patients to accurately produce images of the body. May perform patient pre-screening, IV start, point of care, scheduling and education related to the examination. May enter and monitor patient data and transfer images. May ensure submission of high-quality images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history). Ensures equipment is properly functioning within scope of practice. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Assists in maintaining a clean and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing room, and any other areas in the department. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience EXPERIENCE No experience required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Constant standing and walking. Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more). Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Frequent lifting/moving of patients. Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors. Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Rare kneeling and sitting. REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) Work Shift: Night Shift (United States of America) Job Type: Employee Department: 4200000040 CT Scanner Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.