Dell Medical School
Purpose
The Advanced Imaging Paramedic provides critical support in advanced imaging procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort. This role involves preparing patients for imaging studies, administering medications, monitoring patient vitals, and assisting radiologists and technologists during procedures. The Advanced Imaging Paramedic typically reports to the Imaging Services Director and works closely with radiologists, MRI/CT technologists, and nursing staff.
Responsibilities
Patient Preparation and Monitoring Prepare patients for imaging procedures by explaining the process and addressing concerns. Administer medications and contrast agents as required. Monitor patient vitals before, during, and after procedures. Assisting During Procedures
Assist radiologists and technologists during imaging procedures.
Ensure proper positioning of patients and operation of imaging equipment.
Respond to any patient emergencies or adverse reactions during procedures. Patient Education and Support
Provide pre- and post-procedure instructions to patients. Educate patients on the importance of following imaging protocols. Offer reassurance and support to patients throughout their visit. Administrative Duties
Maintain accurate patient records and documentation. Assist with scheduling and coordinating imaging appointments. Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
Equipment Maintenance and Safety
Perform routine checks and maintenance on imaging equipment.
Ensure a clean and safe environment in the imaging suite.
Report any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns to the appropriate personnel.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
2 years of relevant experience as a paramedic in a clinical or healthcare setting.
Certification as a Paramedic (NREMT-P) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate's degree in a related field.
3 years of experience in advanced imaging or a similar role.
Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Salary Range
$50,000+ depending on qualifications
Working Environment and Equipment
Standard office equipment Repetitive use of a keyboard May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients, or others.
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor Letter of interest
Important
for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:
You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure
that ALL Required
Materials have been uploaded.
Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:
As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application
questions presented
to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
The Advanced Imaging Paramedic provides critical support in advanced imaging procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort. This role involves preparing patients for imaging studies, administering medications, monitoring patient vitals, and assisting radiologists and technologists during procedures. The Advanced Imaging Paramedic typically reports to the Imaging Services Director and works closely with radiologists, MRI/CT technologists, and nursing staff.
Responsibilities
Patient Preparation and Monitoring Prepare patients for imaging procedures by explaining the process and addressing concerns. Administer medications and contrast agents as required. Monitor patient vitals before, during, and after procedures. Assisting During Procedures
Assist radiologists and technologists during imaging procedures.
Ensure proper positioning of patients and operation of imaging equipment.
Respond to any patient emergencies or adverse reactions during procedures. Patient Education and Support
Provide pre- and post-procedure instructions to patients. Educate patients on the importance of following imaging protocols. Offer reassurance and support to patients throughout their visit. Administrative Duties
Maintain accurate patient records and documentation. Assist with scheduling and coordinating imaging appointments. Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
Equipment Maintenance and Safety
Perform routine checks and maintenance on imaging equipment.
Ensure a clean and safe environment in the imaging suite.
Report any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns to the appropriate personnel.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
2 years of relevant experience as a paramedic in a clinical or healthcare setting.
Certification as a Paramedic (NREMT-P) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate's degree in a related field.
3 years of experience in advanced imaging or a similar role.
Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Salary Range
$50,000+ depending on qualifications
Working Environment and Equipment
Standard office equipment Repetitive use of a keyboard May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients, or others.
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor Letter of interest
Important
for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:
You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure
that ALL Required
Materials have been uploaded.
Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:
As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application
questions presented
to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.