Imaging Tech Aide

Summit Health and CityMD
Livingston, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 3/18/2024 CLOSED ON 5/13/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Imaging Tech Aide position at Summit Health and CityMD?

Career Opportunities at Summit Health and CityMD

Summit Health and CityMD form a physician-driven, patient-centric network, committed to simplifying the complexities of health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our unique network was created by the 2019 merger between Summit Medical Group, one of the nation’s premier independent multispecialty medical groups, and CityMD, the leading urgent care provider in the New York metropolitan area. Together, Summit Health and CityMD deliver a more intuitive, comprehensive, and responsive care experience for every patient, regardless of the stage of life or health condition, through high-quality primary, specialty, and urgent care.

We are continually growing to meet the needs of our patients and deliver exceptional care to an even greater population. Summit Health now has more than 2,800 providers across more than 80 specialty areas, 13,000 employees, and over 370 locations in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Central Oregon. CityMD has over 150 locations across the tri-state. We share a vision of improving the way health care needs are addressed by offering timely, high-quality, comprehensive care with an exceptional patient experience. Together, we provide the best possible care to every patient in every neighborhood.

Join our team!

Summit Health and CityMD are dedicated to hiring and retaining the right talent who will contribute to our ongoing expansion and success. We work to set clear goals and expectations, while regularly managing performance and cultivating personal and team capabilities within a positive, collaborative environment that recognizes and rewards success. We strive to make each team member's experience at our company inspiring. Explore our open positions and apply to become a part of the Summit Health and CityMD family.

Job Description

  • PT: Evenings and weekend availability

    Essential Job functions:

    • Answers and places calls; takes and relays messages; handles requests/problems and refers to appropriate staff; demonstrates proper telephone etiquette.
    • Relates to all patients in a pleasant and professional manner.
    • Assesses / Screens patients for potential risk factors.
    • Prepares patient for procedures providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation and minimize anxiety.
    • Removes patient from the exam room and prepares for next procedure.
    • Follows appropriate departmental protocol for procedures unless specified otherwise by the Radiologist.
    • Obtains and documents the patient history and pertinent information.
    • Ensures proper identification of patients and provides for patient privacy.
    • Distributes radiology film requests as necessary and obtains the signature of the authorized person to whom films/cds are released, as required by HIPAA.
    • Review radiology orders for completeness/errors/discrepancies and reconcile discrepancies with the physician’s office prior to completion.
    • Demonstrates proficiency in the Athena Practice Management System.
    • Is knowledgeable of the location of emergency equipment and medications to assist in the treatment of contrast reactions and other emergencies.
    • Adheres to infection control standards specific to patient care.
    • Plans delivery of care according to patient activity and staff competencies.
    • Verifies exams in the PACS system.
    • Prints and copies studies from the PACS system.
    • Calls other facilities to request for prior studies.
    • Reports any unusual circumstances or problems to Chief Tech for proper action.
    • Exercises proper precautions to ensure the safety of patients, the general public, staff, and self while performing duties.

    General Job functions:

    • Corrects and Does orders when necessary.
    • Cancels and reschedules patient appointments as needed.
    • Ability to position patients for MRI exams when requested.
    • Schedules patient and completes necessary screening forms as required.
    • Ability to select and prepare proper equipment and supplies when requested.
    • Replenishes and changes supplies in assigned areas as needed.
    • Maintains a consistent level of productivity.
    • Promotes and maintains a safe, clean and orderly work environment
    • Consults and communicates with other departments in a professional manner
    • Demonstrates understanding of safety, health, and morale needs of customers and co-workers.
    • Demonstrates awareness of MRI safety and procedures for self and others.
    • Other job duties as required.

    Physical Job Requirements:

    • Pushing and pulling, taking frequency and weight into consideration.
    • Physical strength to lift heavy objects, carts, or items, taking frequency and weight into consideration.
    • Physical mobility, which includes movement from place to place on the job, taking distance and speed into account.
    • Dexterity of hands and fingers.
    • Endurance (e.g. continuous typing, prolonged standing/bending, walking).

    Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements:

    • High School Graduate/GED required.
    • 0–1-year experience required. 2-4 years preferred.
    • Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing required.
    • Strong customer service and organizational skills required.
    • Working knowledge and expertise in MS Word and MS Excel (or equivalent spreadsheet application) preferred. Experience in computerized materiel management systems preferred.
    • Ability to use problem-solving, critical thinking, and priority-setting skills required.
    • Experience with Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail) preferred.
    • Experience with imaging, patient care, and filming equipment preferred.
    • Experience with Power injectors and storage devices preferred.
    • Experience with Teleradiology system/PACS System preferred.
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Total Rewards at Summit Health CityMD

Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. Summit Health highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. We strive to provide a valuable suite of benefits, wellness programs, compensation, time off, and resources to support the wellbeing and personal needs of team members and their families at various stages of life and in their professional career. Collectively, we call these "Total Rewards“.

Here at Summit Health, our total rewards include, but are not limited to:

  • We’ve Got You Covered - Health coverage is vital, and it begins as soon as the 1st of the month after you start employment.

  • Build a Healthy Foundation – Various medical plan options, HDHP with HSA option and employer contribution, and waived copays at CityMD Urgent Cares.

  • Enhance Your Health Coverage – Dental and vision insurance, plus healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.

  • Safeguard Your Household – Company paid EAP and life insurance, plus optional supplemental life, pet, and legal plan insurance.

  • Protect Against the Unexpected – Voluntary benefits including hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance.

  • Retirement Investing - 401(k) plan with company match every pay period to help you build towards your retirement.

  • Work/Life Balance - Paid time off including PTO, holidays, and more so employees can take a break or care for themselves and their family.

  • Paid Maternity Leave - Paid time off for the birth of a child to assist with important time away while welcoming the newest addition to your family.

  • Reach Professional Goals – Tuition reimbursement, annual compensation and bonus program, and internal growth opportunities.

  • Financial Wellness - Educational webinars, resources, and tools to help foster financial literacy.


Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Safety Disclaimer

Our Company cares about the safety of our employees and applicants. Our Company does not use chat rooms for job searches or communications. Our Company will never request personal information via informal chat platforms or unsecure email. Our Company will never ask for money or an exchange of money, banking or other personal information prior to the in-person interview. Be aware of potential scams while job seeking. Interviews are conducted at select Our Company locations during regular business hours only. For information on job scams, visit, https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/JobScams or file a complaint at https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/.

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