Medical Imaging Assistant IHR - Casual PRN Rotating Shift

• Company Description At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace.
• This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry.
• As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system.
• We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees.
• Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

The Imaging Assistant IHR reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. Responsible for coordinating clerical services for all of imaging services. Coordinates locating all pertinent internal and external previous films and combining with current x-ray folder. Scans in prior images for all modalities on PACS system. Works closely with the Radiologists on transmitting timely results to physicians.

Responsibilities

Locates all pertinent comparison films from internal and external sources and combines and scans with current x-ray jacket. Returns outside films Prepares imaging films for radiologist’s interpretation Sends computer-generated standardized results to physician offices and nursing units. Screens telephone calls and notifies appropriate personnel. Pulls any files necessary to assist in the call. Handles requests for copies and collects fees when necessary. Burns CD images from PACS system Works with medical records to insure proper HIPPA compliancy on release of images and reports. Runs daily computer reports. Print schedules for the next day and look up patient's previous exams. Assembles films with permanent x-ray folders. Makes new folders and inserts jackets as needed logging all necessary information. Handles Subpoena cases for risk management department.

Qualifications

Required: High School diploma or equivalent CPR – Basic Life Support (required within six months) Preferred: Medical off experience.

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus.

Exception

New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

Job Shift: Rotating

Salary Range

Minimum : $16.50

Salary Range

Maximum: $16.50 Compensation: USD 16.5 - USD 16.5 - hourly