Diagnostic Imaging Scheduler - Radiology

Hartford HealthCare; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Backus Hospital, part of Hartford HealthCare, is seeking a Diagnostic Imaging Scheduler to optimize workflow for scheduling imaging procedures. You will coordinate procedures per department protocols and collect patient medical history to ensure safety and appropriateness.

The role requires attention to detail, good communication with departments, physicians, and patients, and basic Windows software knowledge. Join Hartford HealthCare’s mission to deliver high-quality care across Connecticut.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience: Two years in a hospital or health care related field preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule imaging procedures following department protocols.
• Coordinate invasive and complex procedures with departments.
• Provide patients with pre-procedure instructions and information.
• Collect and document accurate patient medical history.

Skills

Medical terms

Interpersonal

Customer focus

Windows basics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows

Job description

Location Detail: Backus Hospital (10309)
Shift Detail: Monday through Friday, Day Shift, Rotating weekends and holidays
Work where every moment matters.
Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.
Join us at Backus Hospital as we live our values every day. As part of Hartford HealthCare we create a better future for healthcare in Connecticut and beyond. By embodying these values we have become nationally respected for patient care and most trusted for personalized coordinated care. Come be part of something special!
For more than 118 years, Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties, and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities.

Position Summary

Our Diagnostic Imaging Schedulers are responsible for optimal workflow in scheduling and coordination of Diagnostic Imaging procedures according to department protocols. The DI Schedulers are responsible for procedural screenings, collecting, documenting and obtaining complete and accurate patient medical history necessary to ensure appropriateness and safety for all procedures. Schedules and coordinates invasive and complex patient procedures according to department protocols. Provides patient with information regarding pre-procedural preparation instructions.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: Two (2) years experience in a hospital or health care related field is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Working knowledge of medical terminology to include diagnosis codes.
• Accurate grammar, spelling and punctuation skills necessary.
• Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with departments, employees, physicians and managers.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Basic knowledge of window’s based software.

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.