TECH ASSISTANT

Description:Job TitleTech AssistantReports toDepartment ManagerStatusFull Time/Non-ExemptTech Assistant Position SummaryBe committed in providing excellent service and compassion in preparing patients for their medical imaging. Work as a team with all SMIL staff to ensure that all modalities stay on time by performing the following duties with speed and accuracy.Tech Assistant Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide exceptional customer services with greeting and acknowledging all patients in a friendly and professional manner.Ability to work in a fast paced environment.Work with patients in preparing them for their exams. This may include obtaining medical histories, having patients change and other required prep for the patient's exam.Obtain detailed information on MRI safety sheet and have patient remove all personal belongs to ensure their safety.Start IV's and run I-STAT as needed.Assist fellow co-workers with daily tasks.Work up labs for next day appointments and other tasks that might be assigned.Request outside imaging and/or upload outside imaging for comparisons.Keep patient areas clean and stocked.Other duties may be assigned.Tech Assistant Specific Job Knowledge, Skill, and AbilityProblem Solving - Collect and research data. Identify and resolves problems in a timely manner. Gather and analyze information skillfully. Work well in group- problem solving situations. Ability to multi task.Customer Service - Manage difficult or emotional patients and referring physician situations. Respond promptly to patient and referring physician needs. Follow through on commitments.Interpersonal skills - Focus on solving conflict, not blaming. Accept responsibility for own actions. Use time efficiently. Listen to others without interrupting and keep emotions under control. Remain open to others' ideas and try new things.Oral Communication and Language Skills - Approach others in a tactful manner. Speak clearly and professionally in positive or negative situations. Listen, get clarification and respond well to questions. Write clearly. Read and interpret written information.Team Work - Contribute and support to building a positive team spirit. Support everyone's efforts to succeed. Ask for and offer help when needed.Professionalism - Treat people with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Keep commitments and uphold organizational values. Follow policies and procedures. Maintain confidentiality. Demonstrate accuracy, thoroughness and follow instructions. Use equipment and materials properly.Attendance - Must be to work on time, be flexible to work at multiple locations and work varied shifts. Among the many benefits of a career with Southwest Medical Imaging, are the following:Medical, Dental & Vision CoverageHealth Savings Accounts (HSA-available if enrolled in a high deductible plan)Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts (DCRA)Employee Assistance Program (EAP available if enrolled in Health plan)401(k) retirement planPaid Time Off (PTO)Company Paid Basic Life & AD&D InsuranceVoluntary Life InsuranceVoluntary Short DisabilityCompany Paid Long-Term DisabilityPet Discount Program6 paid Company HolidaysFloating Holiday, Jury Duty & Bereavement LeaveTuition ReimbursementCompetitive SalaryLeadership Mentoring OpportunitiesRequirements:Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalentPrior experience in a medical office; Radiology preferredBasic computer skills requiredPhlebotomy experience required; IV skills a plusCertificates, Licenses, RegistrationsCPRMA certification a plusPhysical RequirementsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit and regularly required to stand and walk for long periods of time. Use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach, push, pull with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, talk and hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25lbs and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, ability to adjust focus.

Created: 2025-04-01