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Imaging Tech

Company: UVA Imaging
Location: Charlottesville
Posted on: November 10, 2024

Job Description:

Join an energetic, patient-focused team! UVA Imaging is currently seeking a Tech Assistant for a PRN position at our outpatient imaging center located in Charlottesville, Virginia. JOB SUMMARY Under the direction of the Radiology Medical Director and/or the Technologist, the Technologist Assistant: Is responsible for supporting the radiology staff and providing the first clinical point of contact for patients. Facilitates the patient flow to minimize patient wait times and maximize the utilization of resources. Demonstrates competence with all imaging safety compliance initiatives. Serves as part of the imaging center team and seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Identifies patients and provides assistance with the completion of pre-procedure forms. Corroborates patient's clinical history with physicians order and procedure, ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed independent practitioner. May also verify informed consent, if applicable. Provides optimal patient care by explaining procedure to patient and answering questions. Follows established Safety Standards to ensure safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Collaborates with referring clinics to facilitate patient care. Assists staff with supply inventory needs and keeps rooms stocked as appropriate. Maintains all medical record documentation in RIS and PACS as appropriate. Participates in ongoing customer service and process improvement efforts. Facilitates film/CD readiness as needed for patients and referring offices. Participates in performance improvement activities. Demonstrates consistent use of AIDET (Acknowledge patient, Introduce yourself, provide Duration/timeline for test, Explain the test, & Thank them for choosing our center) and HEAL ( Hear them out, Empathize, Apologize, & Leap into action to solve) when interacting with patients/customers. Takes the initiative to help other modalities/areas of the Imaging Center as assigned or when work load/area allows. Attends/participates in staff meetings, in-services, and center-wide meetings as scheduled. Performs all other duties as assigned. Requirements EXPERIENCE: One year as a trained Phlebotomist and/or Medical Assistant experience required. EDUCATION: Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: BLS certification required within 60 days of hire. SKILLS/ABILITIES: Ability to work efficiently as an extension of certified/registered staff or licensed independent practitioner. Ability to multitask. Ability to provide documentation accurately and concisely. Demonstrates understanding of human anatomy and medical terminology. Knowledge of computer applications, including information and billing systems, keyboard input, digital archiving, and retrieving of data. At UVA Imaging, our mission is to provide each patient with quality, personalized care in a comfortable setting while offering referring physicians imaging services that accommodate their most specific needs. We combine the comfort and convenience of outpatient care with the expertise and innovation of the University of Virginia Health System. Our Guiding Principles: Image - Integrity is the fair and honest benchmark by which we make decisions and take actions, in every situation, every day. Making a Difference - We distinguish our services by combining the comfort and convenience of outpatient imaging care with the innovation and expertise of University of Virginia Health System. Accountability - We lead by example, insisting on ownership and responsibility for the services and care that we provide. Growth - We are committed to meeting the evolving and expanding imaging needs of those we serve. Excellence - We strive to do our best at all times by creating a quality driven, patient-centered, employee empowered and safe workplace. Serving patients in over 50+ communities, OIA is an imaging center management & development operation that is committed to delivering an affordable diagnostic imaging option without compromising customer convenience, care, technology or results. We are always recruiting for talented individuals who are dedicated to excellent patient care and the highest level of customer service. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment Type: Full Time

Keywords: UVA Imaging, Potomac , Imaging Tech, Other , Charlottesville, Maryland

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