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Position Details

Schedule/Shift:
Rotating/Float
Employment Type:
PRN
Location City:
Wethersfield
Location State:
CT
Work Location Type:
Hybrid

PRACTICE OVERVIEW

Radiology Partners is the largest and fastest growing on-site radiology practice in the US. We are an innovative practice focused on transforming how radiologists provide consistently exceptional services to hospitals, imaging centers, referring physicians and patients. With our state-of-the art clinical technology, specialized expertise, access to capital, and retention of top physician talent, Radiology Partners reliably exceeds the expectations of our clients, patients, and partners. We serve our clients with an operational focus, and, above all, a commitment to quality patient care. Our mission is To Transform Radiology.

POSITION SUMMARY

Radiology Partners is seeking a Biopsy Coordinator to coordinate various activities and provides medical assistant support for the ultrasound and mammography departments.

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs various administrative activities for the ultrasound and mammography departments to include, but not limited to:

▪ Ensuring that all ultrasound and mammography images from the previous day are transferred to the archive system.

▪ Preparing a monthly report on biopsy statistics.

• Performs medical assistant support functions for the biopsy patients to include, but not limited to:

o Ensuring receipt of pathology reports and coordinating addendums.

o Contacting referring physician’s office for biopsy referral.

o Contacting the patient to schedule the biopsy appointment.

o Reviewing scheduled patient appointments and contacting the patient, via telephone, to confirm appointment date, time, and location. Advises the patient of any preparations required for the procedure.

o Ensuring films are received from outside offices.

o Tracking all breast biopsies for Southwest Medical Associates.

• Inputs and/or verifies information in radiology information system (RIS/PACS) to ensure accuracy and/or receipt of the patient, referring physician, insurance, and exam data.

• Provides administrative coverage to Front Office or Medical Records departments as requested.

DESIRED PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Knowledge of medical reception tasks, clinic procedures, medical terminology and paperwork processing

requirements.

• Knowledge of and experience in using office equipment including telephone, fax, computer and

photocopier.

• Knowledge of and experience in using radiology-related computer systems (RIS/PACS).

• Knowledge of customer service concepts and techniques.

• Ability to communicate clearly in person and on the telephone.

• Ability to use interpersonal skills to effectively interact with physicians, other facility staff, patients and families when providing instructions or responding to questions or exchanging patient-related information.

• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks effectively.

• Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to file correctly by alphabetic or numeric system.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient record information.

• Strong customer service skills and the ability to keyboard proficiently

• Previous experience in a customer service environment (preferred)

• Previous experience in healthcare or radiology (preferred)

PHYSICIAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

Position requires sitting for six to seven hours per day; eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity; ability

to view computer screens for long periods and hear within normal range; ability to transfer patient files

from one area to another. Position may be stressful at times due to workload and/or dealing with difficult

patients.

Radiology Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in creating and celebrating a culture of belonging and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all teammates.

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