DI Services Coordinator

01 Salinas Valley Health Medical Center; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Salinas Valley Health Medical Center in Salinas, CA is seeking an Imaging DI Services Coordinator to supervise Tech Assistant staff, coordinate scheduling with radiologists, referring physicians, and nursing staff, and ensure efficient patient flow within the Diagnostic Imaging Department.

The role supports billing processes, handles Meditech CWS, and collaborates with management on vendor relationships; requires at least two years as a Tech Assistant, high school diploma, and PACS/Meditech/MS

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
• Supervisory training is preferred.
• A minimum of two years recent experience as a Tech Assistant.
• Working knowledge of medical office duties and medical terminology.
• Experience with PACS, Meditech and MS Office is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and directs the work of the Tech Assistant I and II in Imaging Administration.
• Registers and schedules patients' examinations with Radiologists and nurses to improve efficiency.
• Coordinate day-to-day activities and serve as a resource for staff and physicians.
• Provide back-up billing support and assist with Meditech CWS applications.
• Audit staff registrations and support department communications and training.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Medical office duties

Patient care

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Supervisory training preferred

Tools

PACS

Meditech

MS Office

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Department: Imaging Administration

The DI Services Coordinator works under limited supervision of the Tech Assistant Supervisor. Organizes and directs the work of the Technologist Assistants in the department. Will work with referring physician offices to ensure timely and efficient scheduling and improve processes to ensure quality patient care. Coordinates the day-to-day activities of the staff and serves as a resource person in handling difficult or unusual situations. Serves as a back-up resource person for billing and Meditech CWS application. Will work in collaboration with management to deal with contractual relationships with third-party TPA and/or vendor. Coordinates the work assignment and activities of the Tech Assistant I and II to include providing direct support when necessary. Performs the work of Tech Assistant I and II. Serves as a resource person for the Technologists Assistants, Referring Physicians, Radiologists and other department staff. Will perform related duties such as providing patient care when necessary. Evaluates the Technologists Assistants by direct observation of their work performance. Recommends and implements personnel practices when necessary, according to hospital policy. Assures that Technologist Assistants are informed on system changes or operation through appropriate communication. Attends regular Department Meetings and in-services. Routinely works with the Admitting Department, Emergency Room and referring physician offices to address any clerical issues and facilitate better patient flow. Responds to general telephone inquiries concerning the activities and operation of the Diagnostic Imaging Department by directing and/or referring the inquiry to the appropriate person. Registers and schedules patients' examinations in coordination with the Radiologists, Technologists, and Nursing Staff to ensure improved efficiency and communication. Gives input for staff evaluations and complete competency testing. Audit staff registrations for accuracy for example: patient demographic and insurance information. Run admitting reports pertaining to registration in the Data Repository and/or from worklist for example: Accounts missing e-mail address, cancels and or merges accounts in Registration when appropriate. Analyze accounts for correct billing to ensure cases are coded in a timely manner for reimbursement. Transports patients by stretcher, bed, wheelchair or walking. Provides care for patients during transportation in the department if necessary. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Requires a minimum of a high school diploma or GED. Supervisory training is preferred.

Licensure

Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards required.

Experience

A minimum of two (2) years recent experience as a Tech Assistant required. Working knowledge of medical office duties and medical terminology required. Experience with PACS, Meditech and MS Office is strongly preferred. Supervisor experience preferred.

Pay Range

The hourly rate for this position is $32.07 - $38.60. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position.

Job Specifications

• Union: NUHW
• Work Shift: Day Shift
• FTE: 1.0
• Scheduled Hours: 40

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Salinas Valley Health, formerly Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, founded in 1953, is the cornerstone of what would eventually become Salinas Valley Health. Today, we serve thousands of individuals and families just like you throughout the Salinas Valley, Monterey Peninsula and the surrounding region. Each year, our highly trained team of healthcare professionals takes our renowned quality of patient care to the next level. Our team actively utilizes the latest medical techniques with our state-of-the-art technology to improve your health and well-being. In many cases this provides you and your family the opportunity to receive specialized care right here in your own community, without the need for travel. Our 263-bed acute care medical center employs more than 2,036 people and has a medical staff of more than 300 board-certified physicians across a broad spectrum of specialties, all dedicated to your care.