Imaging Care Associate

Imaging Care Associate

The Imaging Care Associate II is an experienced care giver that supports the Imaging team in providing excellent patient care.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for testing and/or procedures including patient positioning.
• Transports patients as requested.
• Responds to inquiries from patients and family members.
• Collaborates with team members across OU Health to provide exceptional patient care.
• Cleans, disinfects and organizes to provide a welcoming environment for patients.
• Assists with scheduling and other clerical tasks.
• Assists with data entry, patient records, documentation and filing.
• If certified to do so, may start patient IVs and other phlebotomy related tasks.
• If certified to do so, may place cardiac monitors and perform EKGs.

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience: At least 3 years of patient care experience required.
• License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association required. One of the following is required at hire: Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT), Patient Care Technician (PCTC), Phlebotomy certification, Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT), Certified EKG Technician or Imaging Assistant, Magnetic Resonance IA(MR)(ARRT) required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced ability to provide exceptional service and care to patients.
• Knowledge of imaging services, equipment and processes.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Advanced knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to the imaging/radiology discipline.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to apply HIPAA guidelines and standards.
• Ability to prioritize and complete clinical or non-clinical work assignments
• Ability to multi-task and remain calm in stressful situations
• Ability to work as part of a diverse team and communicate effectively with others.
• Displays consistency and dependability by reporting to work as scheduled.
• Ability to be sensitive to patients' physical and psychological needs.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and work accurately with names, numbers, and codes.
• Ability and desire to learn and grow in the Imaging profession.

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.