Clinical Assistant I

Washington Radiology

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Looking to elevate your career? Join us! Work Location: Fairfax Work Hours: Full-Time, 40 hours weekly, Monday-Friday At Washington Radiology, our patient-focused culture is at the heart of every interaction. We deliver the care, compassion and high-touch experience that have made us a valued healthcare partner to the generations of women that we serve. As the nation's leader in breast health services, our commitment to providing excellence in patient care is realized at every level of our organization. Department Highlights: Strong team collaboration Compassion and empathy to our patients and the team Join an innovative team working toward making healthcare more accessible, integrated, and reliable Why Washington Radiology? A Great Place to Work for the fourth year in a row! Offer competitive benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, Paid Holidays, Backup Child/Adult Care as well as other unique benefits. Qualifications At Washington Radiology, we save lives. We are empowered, appreciated, and part of something bigger. Together, we deliver compassionate, exceptional care. Every patient. Every time. Our service based culture is reflected in our day-to-day interactions that are warm and welcoming and delivered with care, compassion and clinical expertise. Our commitment to excellence can be seen across every level of our organization, beginning with our team members and extending to the patients, families, and physicians we serve. For more than 70 years, Washington Radiology has set the standard for medical imaging care.

Requirements

Strong verbal communication and listening skills;
Energetic and flexible;
Manages multiple projects and timelines;
Well organized and detail oriented;
Exhibits sound judgment;
Forms strong working relationships within team;
Identifies additional tasks to be completed and willingly assists others;
Basic computer skills using Microsoft Office Suite required;
Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred;
Minimum two years’ experience in healthcare or customer service environment preferred;
College coursework or Certified Medical Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide services and support for the following areas:
Facilitates appropriate patient flow between registration and modalities to ensure proper care is provided in a timely manner;
Chaperones radiologists as needed;
Properly sets up trays for procedures; assists radiologists or technologists with procedures as required;
Proficient in the use of RIS/PACS and Penrad/MagView
Schedules patients for appropriate follow up and/or additional exams; obtains appropriate orders;
Verifies and or inputs patient information (demographic, insurance and contact information) into system 100% of the time;
Explains and assists patients with completion of forms on an as needed basis;
Track and obtain pathology results for data outcomes reporting;
Scans documents and links to patient medical records on an as needed basis;
Proficient in handling calls for general patient questions, i.e. directions, hours of operation, etc.;
Refers questions regarding medical results to a clinical team member 100% of the time;
Maintains patient confidentiality 100% of the time;
Adheres to attendance policy;
Participates in front office training, as requested;
Performs other duties as assigned.