Radiology Technologist Assistant

St. Elizabeth Healthcare•Fort Thomas, KY

16h•Onsite

About The Position

St. Elizabeth Healthcare is hiring an Assistant Radiology Technologist for our Ft. Thomas Radiology Team. This position assists Radiology personnel in a multi-disciplinary setting, by completing data entry of radiology examinations and supply charges. The role demonstrates the ability to complete worklist tasks triggered by physician orders or technologist’s generated tasks under the direct supervision of licensed radiology personnel. The individual is expected to demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background. St. Elizabeth Healthcare has been a trusted provider of quality care across Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio for more than 160 years, guided by its mission to improve the health of the communities served and by values of excellence, integrity, compassion, and teamwork. Associates are considered the heart of everything the organization does.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Current CPR Certification
Strong Communication skills by various methods (telephone, face to face, etc.)
Good organizational skills
Must be able to navigate through computer systems

Responsibilities

Operates necessary software systems for data entry, charging, and completion of radiology examinations.
Assist Radiology Department by transporting patients to and from the Radiology Department, patient rooms, and other outpatient departments.
Greets and assists patients/ visitors to the department, using good customer service skills.
Serves as an Ambassador ensuring patient’s non-clinical needs are met.
Assists patients with Radiology paperwork.
Acquires all necessary patient information for ordering of the multi-disciplined procedures.
Assures all proper insurance and documentations are attained and recorded appropriately.
Verifies ICD-10 and CPT codes for Medicare billing.
If not available when patient registers, employee must contact the ordering physician and add the documentation.
Communicates via a variety of methods to referring physicians, patients or other interested parties in accordance with departmental policy and following HIPPA guidelines.
Answers and directs phone calls to the appropriate parties.
Follow the safety steps required to perform their duties and be in compliance with medical, state and federal safety standards.
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriately.
Performs other duties as assigned.