Radiology Assistant

Radiology Assistant Job Summary: The Radiology Assistant schedules radiology appointments and greets patients coming into the department. Essential Functions: Answers the telephone and provides assistance to patients or providers to schedule radiologic exams. Provides a high level of customer service to patients coming into the department and ensures they are timely taken back for their scheduled service. Schedules appointments for radiology services. Obtains consents and authorizations for procedures. Obtains and enters orders into EHR. On a daily basis interacts with and supports staff and physicians. Orders supplies and/or equipment. Transportation of patients and moving patients to a cart or wheelchair Assisting technologists with patients during exams Ability to work in a team environment Demonstrates clear ownership of workplace and patient safety. Reports mistakes, near misses, adverse events and quality and safety concerns. Participates in the development and implementation of safety and quality improvement activities. Protects patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and privacy laws. Other duties as may be assigned. Job Requirements Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Certification/Licensure: CPR required within one month of hire. Experience: At least three (3) years of clerical and/or customer service experience. Excellent interpersonal and telephone skills required. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Physical Requirements: Frequent sitting, walking and standing. Ability to lift up to 100 lbs. Ability to bend, stoop, reach and use fingers to palpate and feel. Good visual acuity. Greene County General Hospital