Imaging Associate - Scheduling

Job Description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Imaging Associate - Scheduling for a Per Diem/Relief, Day position. Hourly compensation starts at $17.61, more depending on experience.

Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 including 2 doses of a 2-dose series or 1 dose of a 1-dose series plus 14 days beyond the final dose prior to start date.

JOB SUMMARY

Provides a variety of clerical services to support the day-to-day operations of the department. Perform all reception, scheduling, file management and general clerical office duties. Assist staff, physicians and various departments with their imaging service needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Serves as the department’s communication center by answering the phone and directing calls.
2. Responsible for the timely greeting of patients, family members, guests, co-workers and physicians to the reception area.
3. Activate outpatient appointments and collate paperwork for patient exam.
4. Schedule various outpatient appointments using standard protocols, utilize available tools to screen for pre-authorization and medical necessity.
5. Reviews and confirms accuracy of all patient information and notifies appropriate parties as needed to correct information.
6. Organizes and maintains filing system, retrieving and updating files where necessary. Provides copies of reports and images as upon request.
7. Organize daily schedule, outpatient orders, laboratory results, and related materials. Confirm next day orders by reviewing documentation and contacting patient with reminder notification.
8. Provide patient information and instructions when scheduling examination.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Medical terminology preferred.

EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:

• Minimum of one year related work experience required.
• PACS/RIS knowledge is required. 
• ImageCast/CareCast experience is preferred.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

• CNA preferred.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects and display flexibility in a fast paced and changing work environment.
• Ability to work with basic office equipment such as telephones, copier, facsimiles, computers, etc.

PHYSICAL / COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS:

• Work requires fairly light physical exertion up to 33% of the time.
• Ability to lift objects weighing 50 lbs. or less.
• Work is performed under normal working conditions with adequate lighting and ventilation.
• Job duties frequently require intense concentration and attention to detail (34-65% of work time).

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