Physician Support Associate | Putnam, CT | M-F 8a-4:30p

Radiology Partners is seeking a Physician Support Associate I (PSA-I) coordinates physician workflows for all Jefferson outpatient sites, supporting all Partner-Hospital physician workflows and performs various administrative tasks related to the efficiency of image reading. Organizes workflows to maximize Radiologist productivity and efficiency.

WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO

Jefferson Radiology is a Radiology Partners practice, which 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.

WHY RADIOLOGY PARTNERS

Competitive Benefits package – Eligibility starts the month after hire, with tiered options to choose from. Generous PTO Plans and Paid Holidays Proudly Certified as a Great Place to Work for Five Consecutive Years

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Within a team environment, monitors work lists for exams performed in the Jefferson Radiology enterprise. Assigns STAT and subspecialty exams to appropriate Radiologist for timely reading. Monitors exams in order to assign coverage during lunch breaks for the Radiologist. Anticipates and ensures that when STAT exams are performed in the various Partner-Hospital departments the Radiologist reads the exam in a timely manner. Coordinates and works with all other PSA’s to assign subspecialty reads. Reviews Radiologists’ daily work schedule at the beginning of the work day. Communicates and coordinates fluoroscopic exams, injection procedures, STATS and any meeting and conference calls so that it does not interfere with or disrupt the day. Proactively monitors the radiology exams scheduled and pending scheduling while working with the physician scheduling team to ensure appropriate enterprise-wide physician coverage. Works with the hospital scheduling team to schedule pending exams when appropriate physician coverage is already scheduled if appropriate. Consistently updates the Outlook calendar to reflect the current physician coverage and to ensure that there will be appropriate physician skill set on site to perform those procedures. Ensures the quality assurance (QA) of all exams, including making available the information necessary for the radiologist to interpret the current study. Solicits necessary additional clinical information if needed from clinical staff. Ensures that all patient work sheets, requisitions, and prior exams/studies and reports are loaded into the information system and available, along with the proper clinical information for the Radiologist; locates any missing paperwork. Triages and coordinates phone calls for the Radiologists. Ensures efficiency and timeliness when responding to outside inquiries. Handles incoming requests/issues in a way that avoids and minimizes interruptions to the Radiologists’ workflow. Batch communicates non-urgent tasks and messages for the Radiologist to reduce interruptions during the shift. Places and receives phone calls to referring physicians and staff as necessary. Maintains knowledge on multiple software applications and provides basic technical assistance to the Radiologists as needed. Manages the “Out of Service Level Agreement” (SLA) and the “Unread” report. Schedules and prepares consult reads, and second reads as appropriate. Participates as a member of the Jefferson Radiology Team. Consistently demonstrates and promotes Jefferson Radiology Values. Acts as an ambassador of Jefferson Radiology to hospital staff, management, physicians and patients. Ensures a professional attitude and appearance at all times. Consistently demonstrates flexibility and good judgment. Consults with co-workers and supervisor as necessary. Adheres to all Jefferson Radiology policies and procedures, including Compliance, HIPAA, OSHA, and licensing and accreditation guidelines. Reviews policy and procedure manuals on an annual basis.

DESIRED PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or equivalent and 1+ years of medical office experience, preferably in radiology, required. Previous experience working directly with physician schedules or facilitating physician flow, preferred. Other combinations of education and experience will be considered. Must demonstrate knowledge of medical terminology and radiology specialties. Must demonstrate ability to handle multiple demands in a calm and efficient manner and to communicate clearly and tactfully. Must demonstrate a strong customer service orientation and a pleasant, professional manner. Must demonstrate excellent organization skills and attention to detail, as well as strong computer skills, including Excel.

COMPENSATION:

The hourly range for this position is $18.00-$21.00. Final determinations may vary based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, geographic location etc. In addition to this range, Radiology Partners offers competitive total rewards packages, which include possible incentive and productivity programs, health & wellness coverage options, 401k benefits, and a broad range of other benefits such as family planning and telehealth (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). 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. Based on current government regulations, COVID-19 vaccine and Booster may be mandated, offering medical or religious exemptions upon request. All applicable COVID-19 mandates will be identified and discussed during the interview process. CCPA Notice: When you submit a job application or resume, you are providing the Practice with the following categories of personal information that the Practice will use for the purpose of evaluating your candidacy for employment: (1) Personal Identifiers; and (2) Education and Employment History. Radiology Partners participates in E-verify. Beware of Fraudulent Messages: Radiology Partners will never request payment, banking or other financial information in exchange for interviews or as part of the hiring process. Additionally, we will not send checks for deposit into your bank account at any stage of recruitment. All communication during the interview and hiring process should come from an email address ending in “@radpartners.com.” If you suspect you are receiving a fraudulent job offer or solicitation from Radiology Partners or one of our local practices, please email View email address on click.appcast.io to notify our team. Apply Share this job Email Facebook LinkedIn X Join the Talent Community At RP, our subspecialties work together across our vast network to enhance patient care. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jefferson Radiology Pc