Radiology Scheduler/Pre-Authorization Specialist

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital • Lake Charles, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the regular supervision of the Radiology Diagnostic Chief Technologist, performs a variety of secretarial and clerical duties in the Radiology Department, utilizing knowledge of Radiology systems, hospital regulations, and interdepartmental functions. The main function is to provide Radiology scheduling. Must learn all of the Radiology procedures for scheduling purposes. Must learn the prep included in each procedure. The scheduler has to be competent in ICD 11 terminology for scheduling and pre-cert purposes.

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent, some college preferred.
• Previous clerical work experience with computer knowledge and basic typing skills.
• Ability to communicate with patient, family, peers and medical personnel.
• Basic Math Skills
• Requires emotional stability and resilience.
• Must be adaptable to change, be decisive, and demonstrate foresight.
• Exhibits organizational and leadership ability.
• Shows ability to gain and maintain support and respect.
• Ability to concentrate on detailed work with constant interruption; to understand and relate to specific ideas generally, several at a time, and remember multiple tasks given to self and others over long periods of time.

Nice To Haves

• some college preferred

Responsibilities

• Communicates in writing and orally.
• Organizes work
• Demonstrates Accuracy in Typing Practices
• Information Management
• Protects Patient Rights
• Practices Professionalism
• Provides Age Specific Care For Patients Served
• Participates in Performance Improvement
• Controls Costs
• Practices Safety Management
• Satisfies Patients/Customers
• Performs Assessment
• Practices Infection Control

Benefits

• The care we provide our patients
• commitment to our community and our team members
• organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well-being and professional growth of our employees
• contributions are valued
• growth is nurtured
• success is celebrated

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED