Radiology Scheduler (25-390) at Artesia General Hospital

Artesia, New Mexico, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Patient Scheduling, Data Entry, Communication, Organizational Skills, Teamwork, Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Information Technology, Training, Problem Solving, Confidentiality, Risk Management, Quality Management, Safety

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Job Summary ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: · Responsible for scheduling patients for diagnostic tests as ordered by referring physician. · Collects and confirms patient demographics and insurance information as required, and enters data accurately into the department’s scheduling system. · Make sure each patient knows the correct preparation for their scan or procedure and the correct time to arrive for the procedures. · Coordinates changes in appointments by cancelling and re-scheduling as necessary. · Established and maintains open and professional demeanor and communication with ancillary departments within the hospital and physicians whose services are scheduled by this department. · Answers telephone as needed and relays messages to appropriate individuals. · Responsible for maintaining the fax drive, post, emails and online bookings to ensure that all appointments are scheduled in a timely manner. · Makes the most effective and efficient use of developments in in information technology for both patient care and administrative support. · Assists in the training and development of new employees. Open to new learning opportunities; adaptable to change. · Displays positive attitude and discusses decisions or policies in a positive, problem-solving way. · Performs other related duties as assigned. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: · Performs other related duties as assigned · Be willing to cross-train within other areas of the hospital if necessary · Cross training may include the position of reception or insurance verification KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES: · Exhibits high level of customer and patient relation skills · Exhibits ability to work as a member of the team · Interaction with all hospital departments · Have a high capacity for responsibility and individual initiative, and an ability to write clear and concise English · Have excellent organizational skills and is detail oriented · Have good keyboard skills AGE-RELATED COMPETENCIES: Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position. Information Management: Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security. Risk Management/Quality Management/Safety: Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and Investigations. MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Ø High school degree or equivalent Ø Computer literate Ø Experience using computers Ø Previous medical experience is favorable ENVIROMENTAL CONDITIONS: Work environment consists of daily patient contact, which may include exposure to blood, or other body fluids. Requirements

Responsibilities

The Radiology Scheduler is responsible for scheduling patients for diagnostic tests and ensuring accurate patient information is collected and entered into the scheduling system. They also coordinate appointment changes and maintain communication with hospital departments and physicians.