Diagnostic Imaging Scheduling Clerk

Ephraim McDowell Health • Stanford, KY

6h

About The Position

Performs central scheduling for all patients. Exhibits the values of F.I.R.S.T.
(Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service, and Trust).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Works closely with the clinical departments to accurately schedule
radiological and other procedures.
2. Has the ability to efficiently and effectively work with physician office
personnel to provide the patient via the office call the appropriate test
at a suitable time.
3. Uses the scheduling module of the hospital information system to make
timely and accurate entries into the system.
4. Uses knowledge of scheduling protocols including times, sequence, days of
the week, length of procedures to ensure sequencing of test and a high
degree of accuracy.
5. Expedites the registration and billing process by ensuring the accurate
collection of insurance and patient information.
6. Obtains treatment order, diagnosis, authorization and MD signature.
Facilitates collection of prior to patient presentation.
7. Demonstrates a commitment to professional accountability and growth to
maintain and expand knowledge and skills.
8. Contributes to the achievement of the mission and philosophy of the
Organization.
9. Contributes to the effective operation of the Organization by demonstrating
dependability in job performance.
10. Demonstrates a commitment to incorporating the core concepts of patient
family centered care into practice (dignity, respect, information sharing,
and participation).
11. Demonstrates a commitment to the development and implementation of shared
governance across the Organization.
12. Performs other related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS, HAZARDS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Small work station area with above average levels of noise. Minimal physical
exertion required. Must be able to work with interruptions. The task of this job
does not involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissue. Must be able to move
or position 5 lbs. independently.

CONTACTS WITH OTHERS:

Has contact with patients, visitors, Associates, physicians, and physicians’
staff.

EQUIPMENT USED/SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

Data entry and calculator skills required. Excellent communication
(written/verbal) skills a must. Uses personal terminals, copy, fax machine and
computer printers.

Requirements

• Data entry and calculator skills required.
• Excellent communication (written/verbal) skills a must.
• Uses personal terminals, copy, fax machine and computer printers.
• A minimum of one (1) year experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous scheduling experience with knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works closely with the clinical departments to accurately schedule radiological and other procedures.
• Efficiently and effectively work with physician office personnel to provide the patient via the office call the appropriate test at a suitable time.
• Uses the scheduling module of the hospital information system to make timely and accurate entries into the system.
• Uses knowledge of scheduling protocols including times, sequence, days of the week, length of procedures to ensure sequencing of test and a high degree of accuracy.
• Expedites the registration and billing process by ensuring the accurate collection of insurance and patient information.
• Obtains treatment order, diagnosis, authorization and MD signature. Facilitates collection of prior to patient presentation.
• Demonstrates a commitment to professional accountability and growth to maintain and expand knowledge and skills.
• Contributes to the achievement of the mission and philosophy of the Organization.
• Contributes to the effective operation of the Organization by demonstrating dependability in job performance.
• Demonstrates a commitment to incorporating the core concepts of patient family centered care into practice (dignity, respect, information sharing, and participation).
• Demonstrates a commitment to the development and implementation of shared governance across the Organization.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed