Diagnostic Imaging Scheduler - Radiology

hhccareers; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare’s Backus Hospital in Norwich, CT, is seeking a Diagnostic Imaging Scheduler to optimize workflow and coordinate imaging procedures. You will work with departments to ensure timely scheduling while maintaining safety and accuracy.

Responsibilities include collecting patient histories, verifying information, and providing pre-procedure instructions to patients. A patient-focused approach and teamwork are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years experience in hospital or health care setting preferred.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology, including diagnosis codes.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and coordinate Diagnostic Imaging procedures per department protocols.
• Collect and document patient medical history for safety and appropriateness.
• Provide pre-procedure preparation information to patients.
• Assist with procedural screenings and coordinating invasive procedures.

Skills

Medical terminology

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Windows-based software

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

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 windows' 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.