Medical Imaging Assistant

Banner Health•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

You have a place in the health care industry. There’s more to health care than IV bags and trauma rooms. We support all staff members as they find the path that is right for them. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities – you belong at Banner Health. Apply today. Join our team at the Banner Imaging Clinic in Glendale, AZ as a Medical Imaging Assistant and bring your passion for patient care to our team! In this role, you’ll play a vital part in supporting technologists and ensuring a smooth imaging experience for patients. Your day will include preparing exam rooms, calling back and changing patients before exams, performing IVs, and assisting with patient care coordination such as scheduling appointments, handling lab specimens, and retrieving prior imaging. You’ll also have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients during an important time in their lives, while working alongside a friendly, supportive team committed to safe, efficient, and high-quality care. If you’re outcome-focused, solution-oriented, and thrive in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity to make an impact. Location: Banner Imaging (5605 W Eugie Ave, Suite 110) Schedule: This is a part time day shift opportunity working 20 hours per week. Expected days and hours are Thursdays 6:30a-8:00pm and Saturdays 6:30a-5:00pm with possible Sundays. Medical imaging plays a pivotal role in the delivery of excellent patient care at Banner Health. From detection and diagnosis to the treatment of illnesses and abnormalities, Banner Health’s varied medical imaging and radiology services help physicians establish and execute individualized treatment plans. Medical Imaging professionals also enjoy access to: - State-of-the art technology - The latest in Picture Archival Communication System (PACS) technology - Relocation assistance - Tuition reimbursement - Continuing education programs - Career growth and promotion opportunities - Travel medical imaging technologist positions. POSITION SUMMARY This position assists technologists and/or nurses in department by performing non-technical, patient and procedure-related duties in accordance with department/facility policies and procedures. This position is also responsible for a variety of clerical and administrative support functions and customer service for an assigned patient care area which promote an organized, efficient delivery of care to patients.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
Certification for BLS is required.
Must be able to exercise good judgment, effectively communicate, and use discretion with patients, staff and the general public.
Working knowledge of medical terminology and computer literacy is required.
The position requires knowledge of commonly used office software and keyboarding skills.
Good organizational skills are essential in prioritizing and coordinating various responsibilities simultaneously.
Must have the ability to handle ongoing face-to-face contact with patients and staff while functioning in a busy medical office environment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience as a transporter, EMT and/or nursing assistant preferred.
Working knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
Previous experience working with electronic medical records and insurance is preferred.
Knowledge of filing and/or retrieval systems preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of tasks and functions associated with the department’s daily operations, including but not limited to, greeting patients, medical staff and the public, answering incoming telephone calls, scheduling appointments, entering orders and providing general information to customers.
Participates in the resolution of customer problems or collects necessary data and follows through to appropriate person for problem resolution.
Refers complex inquiries to the appropriate department or staff.
Provides ongoing clerical and administrative support.
Enters patient information into the computer, scans documents into PACS.
Maintains a complete patient record with admission, transfer, and discharge information, progress notes, and consent forms.
Ensures that all reports and chart forms are scanned or filed into the patient’s record.
Ensures that charting forms are labeled and accessible if they are needed.
Maintains adequate supplies of frequently used, patient education materials.
May be responsible for QC/validations.
Assists in facilitating requests for patient medical records.
Provides support in the acquisition and distribution of digital patient records.
Digitizes, formats, and uploads film-based or digital images into PACS.
Maintains accurate filling system as required based on established department protocols and procedures.
Fulfills requests for images and reports ensuring availability in system, hard copy (film), and/or CD as required and follows proper protocols for releasing confidential patient information.
Receives patient in applicable systems, confirms patient demographics and insurance information and performs insurance verification when required.
May be required to calculate and collect copays, deductibles, and self-pay.
Totals charges on patient’s super-bill at check-out.
Enters pending discharges into the system.
Coordinates patient appointments for procedures and treatments that may be required prior to timely discharge.
Processes patient discharges.
Coordinates transportation to care centers and residential homes as requested by patients or physicians.
Prints physician schedules, super-bills, labels and other applicable forms in preparation for next business day.
Pulls and files patient charts and prepares new patient charts as needed.
Prints and files transcription notes.
Reconciles charge tickets to each day's schedule, identifies incomplete tickets, missing charge codes or missing diagnosis and notifies clinical staff.
Forwards completed tickets and/or billing package to the business office or billing company.
Assists technologists and nurses in pre and post procedure room preparation by obtaining necessary supplies and assisting patients as necessary.
Ensures procedure rooms are stocked appropriately.
Understand sterile procedure and assists with setting up sterile trays, where applicable.
Adheres to radiation safety policies.
Escorts patients back to the patient exam rooms, takes vitals and patient history; may assist with patient treatment to include peripheral IV insertion, IV discontinuation and Point of Care Testing (POCT) if required by the assigned facility (completion of Banner’s peripheral IV insertion course and validation of skill must be completed prior to any peripheral IV insertion and discontinuation performed. Completion of Banner’s POCT education and validation of skill must be completed prior to any Point of Care Testing being performed).
Maintains adequate levels of office, dietary, and medical supplies and completes requisition forms when supplies need to be ordered.
Reconciles supply order upon delivery.