Diagnostic Imaging Scheduling Coordinator- Per Diem

Not only is the award-winning UR Medicine Thompson Health the premier healthcare provider in the Finger Lakes region, it is also a wonderful place to work! It offers amazing opportunities for personal and professional growth throughout the entire system. Now is a great time to join this family of compassionate, mission-driven care providers who are truly making a difference in the lives of so many within our community. When you come to work at Thompson, you are not simply ‘getting a job,’ you are starting a career with job security and peace of mind. Explore the Thompson difference and apply today!

Schedule: Day hours as needed

Pay range: $19.40- $22.50, based on experience

Company Culture: Thompson Health has a culture of empowerment. At Thompson, interdisciplinary teams come together to improve care, your suggestions are welcomed and your ideas are part of the solution. Three of our executives have an RN background so we understand the importance of the patient experience!

• Focus on CARES values: Commitment, Action, Respect, Excellence, and Service
• Focus on Employee Wellness: Biometric screenings, Wellness programs, onsite gym, Zen Room, Community Shared Agriculture program, Access to Success Coach
• Staff Recognition platforms: Shining Stars, CARESCount website

Responsibilities:

• The Scheduling Coordinator must have in depth knowledge of all procedures performed within the DI dept. & understand the complex scheduling issues involved.
• Maintains schedules, in CWS, of all resources required for the various interventional procedures. This includes interventional radiologist, nurse, technologist, appropriate modality, supplies and equipment.
• Serves as a liaison between the referring physician, interventional radiologist and the patient.
• Ensures that all procedures are scheduled appropriately, pre-procedure testing completed, all required pre-authorization obtained as determined by the patients’ health insurance coverage & relevant prior studies available for the radiologist to review.
• Obtains scripts for all out-patient procedures, verifying accuracy of request and confirming that compliance has been met.
• Demonstrates skills in communication and prioritizing of assignments.
• Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain a collaborative working relationship with all system departments, the medical staff, physician practices and other health care professionals at Thompson Health.
• Exhibits time management , keyboarding and multi-tasking skills to assure business components of the department are maintained at an efficient and effective level.
• Makes every effort to satisfy the needs of every customer in a friendly, service-oriented manner.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required or previous experience.
• Associates Degree preferred.
• 2 to 3 years of previous customer service experience required.
• Secretarial experience with strong organizational skills required.
• Medical terminology preferred.
• ICD-9/CPT coding experience strongly desired or must agree to complete internal or external program within 6 months of hire.
• Computer knowledge and skills including the various Meditech modules and expertise in Microsoft Word and Excel helpful.

Pay Range: $19.40- $22.50

Starting Pay: Based on experience.

Thompson Health is an EOE encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply

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