Imaging Associate

Imaging Associate

PeaceHealth is seeking an Imaging Associate for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Variable position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $21.84 – $32.77. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

Job Summary

Provides a variety of clerical services to support the day-to-day operations of the department. Perform all reception, scheduling, file management and general clerical office duties. Assist staff, physicians and various departments with their imaging service needs.

Essential Functions

• Serves as the department's communication center by answering the phone and directing calls.
• Responsible for the timely greeting of patients, family members, guests, co-workers and physicians to the reception area.
• Activate outpatient appointments and collate paperwork for patient exam.
• Schedule various outpatient appointments using standard protocols, utilize available tools to screen for pre-authorization and medical necessity.
• Reviews and confirms accuracy of all patient information and notifies appropriate parties as needed to correct information.
• Organizes and maintains filing system, retrieving and updating files where necessary. Provides copies of reports and images as upon request.
• Organize daily schedule, outpatient orders, laboratory results, and related materials. Confirm next day orders by reviewing documentation and contacting patient with reminder notification.
• Provide patient information and instructions when scheduling examination.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma Preferred: or equivalent, and medical terminology

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year Required: Related work experience
• Required: PACS/RIS knowledge
• Preferred: ImageCast/CareCast experience

Credentials

• Preferred: Certified Nurse Assistant - Washington

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (Required)
• Strong organizational and analytical skills (Required)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects and display flexibility in a fast paced and changing work environment. (Required)
• Ability to work with basic office equipment such as telephones, copier, facsimiles, computers, etc. (Required)

Department / Location Specific Notes

• Columbia Network - Southwest Medical Center: PACS/RIS knowledge preferred.

Working Conditions

Lifting

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
• Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.
• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment.
• Imaging Film Librarian: Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Consistently operates computer and other office equipment.
• Lift/Carry: Frequently up to 15 lbs. Occasionally up to 30 lbs.
• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 13 lbs. force. Occasionally up to 30 lbs. force.
• Reaching frequently.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Imaging Film Librarian: Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting or in office environment.

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.