Department Support Asst Radiology PRN West

MercyOne; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

MercyOne Medical Group is seeking a part-time administrative professional to support patient registration, reception, and front-desk operations at the Des Moines area location.

The role requires accurate data entry, strong communication, and the ability to coordinate with care teams while maintaining patient confidentiality. Experience with EMR systems and medical terminology is a plus, with employer-provided training on abuse reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred or high school equivalency.
• Typing ability and basic computer skills.
• One-year administrative experience preferred.
• Medical terminology preferred.
• Mandatory Reporter abuse training within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and visitors, check in each patient, and announce arrivals.
• Perform registration functions with accurate patient demographics and insurance information.
• Coordinate with staff and physicians, prioritizing in a fast-paced environment.
• Assist with records completion and data entry for procedures and imaging.
• Escort/transport patients as needed and help manage office supplies.

Skills

Office Administration

Patient Registration

Data Entry

Phone Etiquette

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office

EMR systems

Job description

Description

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor's visit or a place to go when you're in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities - that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Central Iowa sets the standard for personalized and radically convenient care in the Des Moines metro area and surrounding counties. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893, is the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and Iowa's largest medical center, with 802 beds available. The hospital is one of the Midwest's largest referral centers.

With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 1,500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa's largest employers.

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Rotating Shift

Schedule

• 4 Hours; PRN; shifts may vary

General Requirements

• Operates PC, fax machine, copy machine and other office equipment as necessary.
• Demonstrates proper phone etiquette and utilization of computers, including completion of exam, data entry, charting during procedure and prior to imaging.
• Checks surgery and imaging records for completeness and follows up with appropriate personnel to ensure records are completed.
• Collects and stickers patient charts.
• Greets patient/visitors, check in each patient, and announces their arrival to appropriate area(s).
• Acts as a liaison for patients and their families in the waiting room.
• Communicates appropriately with staff, physicians, and other departments with the ability to prioritize in an environment that is often hectic and subject to frequent interruptions.
• Performs registration functions as needed. Must maintain a high degree of accuracy in collecting patient demographics and insurance information from various sources.
• Escort/transport patients as needed.
• Manages office supply inventory

Education

• High school diploma preferred or high school equivalency.
• Typing ability and basic computer skills.
• One-year administrative experience preferred.
• Medical terminology preferred.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training for child and dependent adult abuse within three (3) months of hire.

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.