Imaging Support Specialist
Company : Legacy Health
Location : Tualatin, OR, 97062-7706
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 11 January 2026
Overview
At Legacy, our mission is simple yet powerful: to make life better for others. This mission guides everything we do - from patient care to employee engagement. If you share this commitment and are looking to grow with an organization that values each team member's contributions, we invite you to consider joining us as an Imaging Support Specialist.
Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center is the South Metro area’s full-service medical center, with the friendly feel of a community hospital and the skill and services of a much larger medical center. Among our specialties: stroke, chest pain, minimally invasive and robotic surgery, cancer care and orthopedic and total joint surgery. Plus, a birth center and breast health center.
Responsibilities
Perform a variety of clerical, computer information systems, and support functions, including processing and managing related data.
Assist in multiple functional areas, including:
Outpatient admissions and order entry
Exam scheduling and coordination
Importing/exporting medical images into PACS
Document scanning and film file room operations
Phone/fax communication of results and general customer service
Provide general clerical support across imaging departments.
May assist with patient transportation and provide technical or patient-related support duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
- One year of experience in radiology and/or related medical field preferred.
Skills:
- Communication, customer service and reception skills.
- Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.
- Filing skills.
- Medical terminology preferred.
Licensure
- BLS for Provider certification from the American Heart Association required for those assigned patient care duties.
Pay Range
USD $20.83 - USD $29.79 /Hr.Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity
Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.
If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.
Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you
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Frequently asked questions
Legacy Health emphasizes a community-focused approach alongside advanced medical imaging technologies. This role blends clerical duties with patient interaction, making it unique compared to purely technical imaging positions in the Tualatin area, which often limit scope to image processing only.
Legacy Health offers exposure to diverse imaging departments, including cancer care and robotic surgery support. This environment helps Imaging Support Specialists build versatile skills in both administrative and technical aspects, opening pathways towards specialized roles like radiology support or imaging coordination.
Success hinges on strong communication, familiarity with medical terminology, and proficiency in managing electronic imaging systems. Local employers value candidates who can multitask between patient-facing duties and data management within imaging departments.
While BLS certification is essential for patient care tasks, Legacy Health prefers candidates with practical experience in radiology or related fields. Additional credentials in medical terminology or PACS operation can improve candidacy but are not mandatory.
Positions at Legacy Health for Imaging Support Specialists offer a competitive pay scale ranging from approximately $20.83 to $29.79 per hour, reflecting the region's standards and the role's blend of technical and clerical responsibilities.
Tualatin's healthcare sector, including Legacy Health, has a steady demand for imaging support roles. The job market shows moderate competition, with employers prioritizing candidates combining technical aptitude and strong interpersonal skills.
Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center's location in Tualatin offers relatively short commutes for local residents, which enhances work-life balance. Accessibility encourages punctuality and reduces daily stress often associated with longer travel times in the Portland metropolitan area.
Legacy Health's commitment to comprehensive patient care means Imaging Support Specialists often manage both technical image handling and direct patient assistance, requiring adaptability and multitasking beyond traditional imaging technician roles.
Imaging Support Specialists at Legacy Health play a pivotal role by ensuring seamless image data flow and supporting patient interactions, aligning their daily tasks with the organization's mission to enhance overall patient well-being.
An Imaging Support Specialist typically balances administrative functions like order entry and scheduling with technical duties such as importing/exporting images, whereas an Imaging Technician Aide may focus more narrowly on assisting technologists and equipment handling.