Medical Imaging Assistant in Street

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We are looking for a Med Imaging Assistant Float for our Banner Imaging Clinics in the East Valley. In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting technologists by preparing exam rooms, calling back and changing patients before exams, and performing IVs. You will also assist with patient care coordination, including scheduling appointments, handling lab specimens, and retrieving prior imaging.

Schedule: Tuesday – Thursday | 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM

Location: Banner Imaging Skyline (2555 East 13th St)

Medical imaging plays a pivotal role in the delivery of excellent patient care at Banner Health. From detection and diagnosis to the treatment of illnesses and abnormalities, Banner Health’s varied medical imaging and radiology services help physicians establish and execute individualized treatment plans.

This position assists technologists and/or nurses in department by performing non-technical, patient and procedure-related duties in accordance with department/facility policies and procedures. This position is also responsible for a variety of clerical and administrative support functions and customer service for an assigned patient care area which promote an organized, efficient delivery of care to patients.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Performs a variety of tasks and functions associated with the department’s daily operations, including but not limited to, greeting patients, medical staff and the public, answering incoming telephone calls, scheduling appointments, entering orders and providing general information to customers.
• Participates in the resolution of customer problems or collects necessary data and follows through to appropriate person for problem resolution.
• Provides ongoing clerical and administrative support.
• Enters patient information into the computer, scans documents into PACS. Maintains a complete patient record with admission, transfer, and discharge information, progress notes, and consent forms.
• Ensures that all reports and chart forms are scanned or filed into the patient’s record.
• Maintains adequate supplies of frequently used, patient education materials.
• May be responsible for QC/validations.
• Assists in facilitating requests for patient medical records.
• Provides support in the acquisition and distribution of digital patient records.
• Digitizes, formats, and uploads film-based or digital images into PACS.
• Maintains accurate filling system as required based on established department protocols and procedures.
• Fulfills requests for images and reports ensuring availability in system, hard copy (film), and/or CD as required and follows proper protocols for releasing confidential patient information.
• Receives patient in applicable systems, confirms patient demographics and insurance information and performs insurance verification when required.
• May be required to calculate and collect copays, deductibles, and self-pay.
• Totals charges on patient’s super-bill at check-out.
• Coordinates patient appointments for procedures and treatments that may be required prior to timely discharge.
• Processes patient discharges.
• Coordinates transportation to care centers and residential homes as requested by patients or physicians.
• Prints physician schedules, super-bills, labels and other applicable forms in preparation for next business day.
• Pulls and files patient charts and prepares new patient charts as needed.
• Prints and files transcription notes.
• Reconciles charge tickets to each day's schedule, identifies incomplete tickets, missing charge codes or missing diagnosis and informs clinical staff.
• Forwards completed tickets and/or billing package to the business office or billing company.
• Assists technologists and nurses in pre and post procedure room preparation by obtaining necessary supplies and assisting patients as necessary.
• Ensures procedure rooms are stocked appropriately.
• Understands sterile procedure and assists with setting up sterile trays, where applicable.
• Adheres to radiation safety policies.
• Escorts patients back to the patient exam rooms, takes vitals and patient history; may assist with patient treatment to include peripheral IV insertion, IV discontinuation and Point of Care Testing (POCT) if required by the assigned facility.
• Maintains adequate levels of office, dietary, and medical supplies and completes requisition forms when supplies need to be ordered.
• Reconciles supply order upon delivery.

This position assists in the operations of the medical imaging department under direct supervision with technologists and nurses in department. Incumbents work in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment with a strong focus on customer service. Must navigate a variety of separate computer programs at any given time and handle multiple demands on time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
• Certification for BLS is required.
• Must be able to exercise good judgment, effectively communicate, and use discretion with patients, staff and the general public.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology and computer literacy is required.
• The position requires knowledge of commonly used office software and keyboarding skills.
• Good organizational skills are essential in prioritizing and coordinating various responsibilities simultaneously.
• Must have the ability to handle ongoing face-to-face contact with patients and staff while functioning in a busy medical office environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience as a transporter, EMT and/or nursing assistant preferred.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
• Previous experience working with electronic medical records and insurance is preferred.
• Knowledge of filing and/or retrieval systems preferred.
• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Estimated Pay Range: $17.67 - $26.50 / hour

Banner Health is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted compensation range is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay Banner Health in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting.

This range is based on possible base salaries and does not include the value of our total rewards package. Actual pay determined at offer will be based on years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location, along with a review of current employees in similar roles to ensure pay equity is achieved and maintained.

Anticipated Closing Window (actual close date may be sooner): 2026-12-10

EEO Statement: EEO/Disabled/Veterans. Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.