Radiology Scheduler-40 Days hrs SEIU - Crown Colony, United States - Boston Medical Center

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Schedules all required appointments for the designated Radiology modality (CT, MRI, Ultrasound, special procedures), as well as the interpreter services. The appointments are to be entered in the Radiology Information System and the hospital computer system as required by approved guidelines. Schedules both in-patients and outpatients, following the provided guidelines, in order to reduce the wait time for both groups. Ensures appropriate copying and distribution of the Radiology request forms. Maintains record and files; prepares reports, as needed. Receives faxes and phone calls from Medical Doctors offices and in-patient floors/units, for scheduling and returns scheduled appointments to the referring office practice. Checks for payers' pre-authorization requirements and ensures that the appropriate offices are obtaining them; enters pre-authorization number in the system.

Position: Radiology Scheduler

Department: Radiology Scheduling

Schedule: Full Time, 40 hours, Days, SEIU

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

Requires completion of a high school education.

EXPERIENCE:

1-2 years of related work experience.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Requires the ability to read and write in English.
• Requires interpersonal skills necessary to obtain and exchange factual information.
• Requires the ability to maintain working relationships with physicians and staff at all times.
• Requires the ability to pay close attention to details.
• Requires the ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
  

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans