Patient Services Specialist / PCA - Float

Advanced Radiology Consultants•Fairfield, CT

About The Position

Join our Culture of Caring! Mission: With every action we take, Advanced Radiology Consultants is committed to building and maintaining the trust of our referring physicians and providing our patients with exceptional care. Advanced Radiology is one of the largest independent radiology practices in the tri-state area with the most experienced radiologists. We look for team members who want to grow and be professionally challenged, while enjoying a rewarding, caring, and friendly environment. We are looking for a Float Patient Service/ PCA to join our team. The pay range for this role will depend on experience and qualifications. Schedule: Monday -Friday Flexible 7:00am-5:00pm with rotating Saturdays 8am-12pm The primary function of this position is split between front desk duties and assisting the technologist with patient care. To ensure patient comfort and exceptional service while providing complete, accurate information to patients, staff, ARC physicians, and referring physicians to support the highest standard of compassionate patient care and efficient operations.

Requirements

Ability to multi-task and function in a fast paced, high volume environment is a must
Strong typing skills desired
Basic knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology
Ability to assist patients on and off exam tables
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Minimum 1-2 years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of Medical Office Assistant Program preferred

Responsibilities

Greet patients and visitors with warmth, compassion, and demonstrated commitment to exceptional service.
Communicate with referring physicians, patients and others by telephone to provide information, answer questions, schedule appointments and call backs, etc.
Complete patient admission process accurately and efficiently.
Provide and explain exam preps to patients, resolve patients’ questions or concerns; if necessary seek assistance from technologists or physicians.
Receive and record patient copays as required by health insurance carriers; ensure that collected cash and checks are processed according to established protocols and schedules.
Provide assistance to technologists, patient care assistants, physicians and other ARC staff as requested.
Scan documents accurately.
Ensure that incoming faxes are delivered and/or acted on immediately.
Maintain records of all outside reads; ensure that results are communicated on time.
Stocking and preparing radiologic rooms; and assisting the patient on and off the exam table.
Weekend hours required on rotating schedule.