Imaging Services Coordinator
Location
Coeur d’Alene, ID
Facility
Kootenai Health
Department
Imaging Services - Support
Schedule/Shift/Hours
PRN - (As Needed) - Days - 10 Hour Shifts
Category
Clerical
Hours Per Pay Period

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for coordinating all activities related to scheduling hospital outpatient imaging and interventional radiology procedures. Assists in managing patient throughput for inpatient imaging departments. Other assigned tasks include administrative services to help facilitate the efficient operation of the imaging department by performing a variety of clerical tasks.

WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER YOU TRANSFER:

• If you change your title or department, you will receive a new badge. Badges are printed and available in Security on the Wednesday of the week following your transfer.
• Your benefits may change if your position status (FT, PT, or PRN) has been updated. Please talk with your Recruiter if you have any questions about your status and benefits.
• Those with a primary position as a PRN will receive per diem pay. Per Diem rates are tiered depending on number of years of employment.
• If you are moving into a new role, HR will provide you with a new job description to review and sign. HR will also request documentation for any new requirements for your position, including experience, education, licensure, certification, etc.
• If EPIC training is required for your role and you have not completed the required module for your position, please complete an EPIC Fast Track Attestation at https://kh.org/epicfasttrack
• If an advanced background check with Health and Welfare is required for your role and you have not completed one previously, you will need to complete the process before your transfer date.

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 2 years’ experience as a Health Unit Coordinator, Administrative Assistant, Outpatient Service Coordinator OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience required.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology, confidentiality, HIPAA and electronic health record systems preferre

• Complies with all Kootenai Health confidentiality and HIPAA standards
• Functions as the communication center for the unit/clinic regarding all patient care, patient location, and patient activities, and is able to provide information and direction as needed
• May enter orders, procedures, labs, and multiple tests regarding the care of patients while in the outpatient areas
• Ensures patient demographics and insurance information is maintained in appropriate scheduling systems
• Communicates basic financial policies pertaining to insurance coverage
• Obtains referrals and pre-authorizations as required and processes charges
• May assist with managing department processes, monitoring and tracking compliance as directed and special projects
• Specializes in patient tracking and coordinates follow-up appointments as needed
• Responsible for allocating hospital resources for efficient use and ensures admitting and discharge functions are providing for optimal patient flow
• Coordinates communication with external health providers and partners
• Attend departmental meetings and stay up to date on all initiatives related to the clinic
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Competent to meet age-specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 2 years’ experience as a Health Unit Coordinator, Administrative Assistant, Outpatient Service Coordinator OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience required.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology, confidentiality, HIPAA and electronic health record systems preferred