Responsibilities
Schedule Imaging Appointments • Cancel Imaging Appointment • Reschedule Imaging Appointments

The Radiology Scheduler interfaces with patients Imaging facility and Radiologist to perform all functions related to the coordination of imaging scheduling. Scheduler will obtain and enter into Cerner scheduling the following:

• Medical history
• Screen patient for medically implanted devices pain pumps pacemaker prosthetics metal in the body etc.
• Inform patient of medication limitations when needed
• Inform patient when labs are needed
• Inform patient of exam preparations food water contrast etc.
• Obtain and input demographics insurance authorization and run eligibility in Cerner & GECB
• Obtain prior imaging information place request for images in Cerner for the IP department to order to have loaded in PACS prior to patient appointment for comparison

Scheduler will work with Radiology technologist and or Radiologist to protocol exam to ensure patient safety. When applicable the scheduler will communicate with referring provider via phone call or Cerner message center for additional patient medical information prior imaging locations medically implanted device manufacturing number if patient Is unable to provide. Effective communication with authorization team lead scheduler supervisor & imaging facility is needed. Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• At least one (1) year experience in a centralized scheduling setting and/or minimum of 2 years clinical back office experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and customer service skills are essential.
• Keyboarding skills and the ability to utilize computer equipment and software are required as is experience with other types of standard office equipment.

Please refer the Job description for details