Clinical Staff Specialist

Posted:
9/6/2024, 11:44:03 AM

Location(s):
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States ⋅ North Carolina, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support ⋅ Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

Welcome to Akumin! As a leading provider of radiology and oncology services in the United States, we are dedicated to improving the diagnosis and treatment of patients through the use of advanced technology and expert clinical and operational knowledge. Our network of owned and operated imaging locations offers a range of outpatient diagnostic procedures, including MRI, CT, PET, and more. In addition, we provide a full suite of diagnostic imaging and cancer care services, including radiation therapy, to over 1,000 hospitals and health systems across 48 states. Our goal is to make healthcare more efficient and effective for both patients and providers. Thank you for considering a career with us!

Benefits Offered Depending on Eligibility:
• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision
• Savings and Spending Accounts: HSA & FSA
• Company Paid Life Insurance, AD&D and Disability
• Supplemental Life Insurance and AD&D
• Employee Assistant Program
• Retirement Plan and Company Match
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, & Holiday
• Additional Voluntary Benefits!

The Clinical Staff Specialist is responsible for peripheral duties pertaining to patient MRI/PET scanning.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Assists MRI or PET Technologist with patient care including screening and other documents related to the patient’s medical record.
  • Assists patient in entering and exiting facilities; Assists patient and family members with concern and empathy, respecting confidentiality and communicating with them in a courteous and respectful manner.
  • Maintains acceptable standards of patient care. Maintains standards of accurate and complete recording and reporting.
  • Sets patient IVs in preparation for injection of contrast or radiopharmaceutical. Arranges to have needed supplies and materials available.
  • Monitors patients during scans, enters scan data into the computer.
  • Records patient histories, obtains waived lab test results using glucometer or
  • Supports and enforces infection control procedures.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associate's Degree preferred.
  • A basic level EMT, Licensed Paramedic (EMTP), Registered Technologist or Registered Nurse required.
  • CPR certification required.
  • As applicable, valid driver’s license. 
  • IV proficiency required.

  • Ability to work at several locations.

  • Strong customer service skills.

  • Organizational and multi-tasking skills.

  • Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.

  • Local travel may be required.

Physical Requirements:

  • The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit. The employee may be exposed to radioactive isotopes and ionizing radiation or a strong magnetic field. May be exposed to radiation, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
  • More than 50% of the time:
    • Sit, stand, walk.
    • Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.
    • See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.
  • Less than 50% of the time:
    • Stoop, kneel or crawl.
    • Climb and balance.
    • Carry and lift (ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam).

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.