Imaging Tech
Company: UVA Imaging
Location: Charlottesville
Posted on: October 24, 2024
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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, Annandale , Imaging Tech, Other , Charlottesville, Virginia
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