Imaging Care Associate

Position Title: Imaging Care Associate Department: Adult MRI

Job Description

General Description: The Imaging Care Associate II is an experienced care giver that supports the Imaging team in providing excellent patient care. Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities, with or without an accommodation, may result in disqualification from the position. Prepares patients for testing and/or procedures including patient positioning. Transports patients as requested. Responds to inquiries from patients and family members. Collaborates with team members across OU Health to provide exceptional patient care. Cleans, disinfects and organizes to provide a welcoming environment for patients. Assists with scheduling and other clerical tasks. Assists with data entry, patient records, documentation and filing. If certified to do so, may start patient IVs and other phlebotomy related tasks. If certified to do so, may place cardiac monitors and perform EKGs. General Responsibilities: Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience

• At least 3 years of patient care experience required.
• License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s)
• Required: Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association required.
• One of the following is required at hire: Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT), Patient Care Technician (PCTC), Phlebotomy certification, Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT), Certified EKG Technician or Imaging Assistant, Magnetic Resonance IA(MR)(ARRT) required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Advanced ability to provide exceptional service and care to patients. Knowledge of imaging services, equipment and processes. Knowledge of medical terminology. Advanced knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to the imaging/radiology discipline. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to apply HIPAA guidelines and standards. Ability to prioritize and complete clinical or non-clinical work assignments Ability to multi-task and remain calm in stressful situations Ability to work as part of a diverse team and communicate effectively with others. Displays consistency and dependability by reporting to work as scheduled. Ability to be sensitive to patients’ physical and psychological needs. Ability to maintain accurate records and work accurately with names, numbers, and codes. Ability and desire to learn and grow in the Imaging profession. Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions. Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.