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Patient Diagnostic Assistant - Salt Lake City, United States - University of Utah
Description
Overview
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education.
University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.
EO/AA
POSITION REQUIRES APPROVAL FROM COMPENSATION DEPARTMENT FOR POSTING OR RECLASSIFICATION This position provides coordination and continuity of patient care by assisting with the organization of required health care services.
This position provides multi-site, multi-provider support for specialty care areas and is the first point of contact for patients, physicians, outside health professionals and insurance providers.
Corporate Overview:
The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience.
Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.Responsibilities
Qualifications
Required
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
Carrying, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Walking