What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technologist Assistant position at Akumin?
Overview
Technologist Assistant / Medical Assistant / Phlebotomist
Committed to providing excellence in diagnostic imaging, we are on a mission to be the preferred provider. This growing company is currently searching for a dependable, out-going individual who enjoys working with the public to fill a key position in our organization.
The Technologist Assistant is responsible for ensuring that the delivery of the high standards of patient care mandated by the organization are met in the provision of services and in the interaction with patients, families, physicians, and other personnel.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
Responsibilities
Technologist Assistant / Medical Assistant / Phlebotomist
- Assist the technologist to perform high quality diagnostic imaging services in a timely professional, confidential, personally attentive manner.
- Properly place and maintain patent IV access for patients, as needed, using aseptic technique.
- Understand and practice MRI safety.
- Assist with the workflow of the department to ensure the completion of work assignments.
- Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and competency in the clinical area of the practice.
- Ensures all required supplies are on hand to avoid disruption of service.
- Promptly investigates and reports for correction any service malfunction to ensure minimal downtime. Maintains detailed accurate records of service calls by company.
- Maintains good customer relations with referring physicians and handles all calls/conversations with these physicians.
- Consults with Radiologist regarding situation requiring physician intervention.
- Ensures patient screen information is accurate, identifies and investigates area of concern to preclude patient incidents.
- Assist with clinical accreditation applications and inspections.
- Performs other relevant duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Technologist Assistant / Medical Assistant / Phlebotomist
Qualifications
- BLS and ACLS preferred or obtained within 60 days of hire.
- One-year experience in the medical field preferred.
- IV skills preferred.
- Must possess excellent people skills, a high level of adaptability and problem-solving capabilities.
- The ability to interact with Radiologists, referring physicians, and center personnel while maintaining a high level of credibility in a demanding environment is of utmost importance.
- For applicants in Illinois and Pennsylvania: The COVID-19 vaccination may be a condition of employment
Education
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Other Skills and Abilities
- Familiarity with current software packages such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, HIS/RIS and PACS