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TECH ASSISTANT-IMAGING SVCS
full-timeMerrillville

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Location

Merrillville

Type

full-time

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Overview

This position assists and supports the Imaging department Technologists and by assisting in the Clinical Information System workflow for patients and getting then ready for their exams, transporting patients as needed, preparing CD's of imaging exams using the PACS, and providing a multitude of other clerical/office tasks.

Responsibilities

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (*Essential Functions)

  • Cleans, maintains, and stocks the outpatient waiting rooms, dressing rooms, radiologist reading rooms, inpatient holding room, and designated procedure rooms.
  • Works at the front desk in Imaging Services and greets all visitors, physicians and staff by using appropriate standards of behavior.
  • Checks in patients and prepares them for their exams while appropriately identifying the patient per departmental policies and procedures.
  • Identifies proper physician order for the procedures and understands how to correct orders within the patient information system.
  • Answers the telephone using established policies and procedures.
  • Digitize hard copy film into the PACS ensuring optimal quality of images.
  • Scans all hard copy documents related to a diagnostic procedure into the clinical system as needed.
  • Obtains STAT/Preliminary reports from radiologists and follows the policy for reporting critical test results.
  • Queries, retrieves and prints CD/film images requested for release to physicians or patients, and requests prior studies relevant to the patients exams as needed.
  • Monitors patients in the inpatient holding room and coordinates patient transport with Central Transport and the individual departments, while transporting patients as needed.
  • Other duties as needed and/or assigned.
  • Qualifications

    JOB SPECIFICATIONS (Minimum Requirements)KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

    • Knowledge of medical terminology and of anatomy and physiology a must.
    • Clear verbal and written communication skills are required, and strong interpersonal skills a must.
    • Ability to demonstrate the practice of sterile technique.
    • Strong computer skills.
    • Developed verbal and written communication skills are required, and strong interpersonal skills a must.
    • A high degree of independent action and exercise of correct judgment, along with creative thinking skills.
    • Ability to work under required deadlines and schedules, while being flexible to handle special requests and projects. Ability to handle stressful situations. Ability to provide compassionate patient care. Must be detailed oriented, professional, and must have a positive attitude.

    EDUCATION

    • High School Diploma/GED Equivalent Required
    • Certified Medical Assistant or 2 years college with medically related courses Preferred

     

    EXPERIENCE

    • 1 year of Customer Service Required
    • 1 years of Patient Registration or related customer service experience in a healthcare environment Preferred
    • EPIC Experience Preferred

     

    LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

    • Certified Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation

    STANDARDS OF BEHAVIORMeets the Standards of Behavior as outlined in Personnel Policy and Procedure #1, Employee Relations Code.CONFIDENTIALITY/HIPAA/CORPORATE COMPLIANCEDemonstrates knowledge of procedures for protecting and maintaining security, confidentiality and integrity of employee, patient, family, organizational and other medical information. Understands and supports the commitment of Methodist Hospitals in adhering to federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing ethical business practices for healthcare providers.DISCLAIMER - The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

    Other facts

    Tech stack
    Medical Terminology,Anatomy,Physiology,Communication Skills,Interpersonal Skills,Sterile Technique,Computer Skills,Judgment,Creative Thinking,Patient Care,Detail Oriented,Professionalism,Positive Attitude

    About Methodist Hospitals

    Methodist Hospital has been Healing Northwest Indiana for over 100 years.

    For an entire century, our doctors, nurses, and staff have worked tirelessly to keep their neighbors well. And while we remember our past contributions to our community, Methodist Hospitals is looking to the future.

    We have invested more than $14 million in the last 10 years, and nearly $3 million in the last two years to ensure that we are on the leading edge of diagnostic imaging technologies. And while we continue to invest to better treat the injured and sick, we’re also taking the lead in meeting the overall health needs of the communities we serve. For example, Methodist is confronting food insecurity with our Nutrition Station and addressing sexual violence and exploitation at our new STAR Center.

    Methodist Hospitals doctors, nurses and staff are enthusiastically embracing these initiatives and are actively participating in efforts to improve hospital care that enable us to better serve Northwest Indiana as a truly independent health system. Recent initiatives include:

    • A new interventional radiology suite at our Southlake campus
    • New cardiac catheter labs at our Northlake and Southlake campuses
    • The addition of advanced PET-CT technology to the CareFirst Imaging Center
    • Strategic partnerships with UChicago Medicine in key services lines, such as neonatal intensive care
    • A new outpatient pharmacy at our Southlake campus
    • A partnership with IU Northwest to establish a family practice residency program

    Methodist Hospitals is improving quality, safety, employee engagement and patient experience while expanding into more Northwest Indiana communities and strengthening key service lines by attracting high quality providers and acquiring advanced technologies.

    Methodist Hospitals is fully committed to achieving our stated goal: To embark on our second century of service as a successful, independent healthcare system.

    Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
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    Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
    Founding Year: 1923

    What you'll do

    • The Tech Assistant supports the Imaging department by preparing patients for exams, transporting them as needed, and performing clerical tasks. They also maintain cleanliness in various rooms and manage patient information within the clinical system.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What does a TECH ASSISTANT-IMAGING SVCS do at Methodist Hospitals?

    As a TECH ASSISTANT-IMAGING SVCS at Methodist Hospitals, you will: the Tech Assistant supports the Imaging department by preparing patients for exams, transporting them as needed, and performing clerical tasks. They also maintain cleanliness in various rooms and manage patient information within the clinical system..

    Why join Methodist Hospitals as a TECH ASSISTANT-IMAGING SVCS?

    Methodist Hospitals is a leading Hospitals and Health Care company.

    Is the TECH ASSISTANT-IMAGING SVCS position at Methodist Hospitals remote?

    The TECH ASSISTANT-IMAGING SVCS position at Methodist Hospitals is based in Merrillville, Indiana, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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