IMAGING COORDINATOR I - IMAGING

Northwest Specialty Hospital; Post Falls (ID); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage

Growth opportunities

Company-sponsored events

401K retirement plan

Employee discounts

Wellness benefits

Work-life balance

Job summary

Northwest Specialty Hospital is seeking an Imaging Coordinator to join the Imaging Team. You will handle registration and pre-registration of patients, prepare packets, call for preregistration notices, collect payments, and update medical records as needed.

You will enter and retrieve information from ITS and PACs, prepare paperwork for imaging procedures, and work with clinical staff to educate patients while maintaining confidentiality and professional demeanor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• One year of prior clerical experience in a medical setting strongly preferred
• Knowledge of basic computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent skills in interpersonal communication to ensure the ability to build relationships with physicians or their support staff
• Knowledge of insurer and payer processes
• CPR/BLS or obtained within the first ninety days of hire
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment required.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing required.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines required.
• Knowledge of CPT, ICD-10 codes and medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Register and pre-register patients; prepare pre-registration packets.
• Call patients for preregistration notice and collect co-payments and account payments.
• Register patients and update medical records as needed; enter/retrieve information from ITS and PACs.
• Prepare and present paperwork for clinical procedures done in Imaging.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to educate patients on screening procedures.
• Monitor PACs for STAT preliminary reports and critical findings; communicate findings.
• Back up incoming calls and direct them to the appropriate person or department.
• Maintain confidentiality of patients and staff and uphold hospital policies.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

MS Office

Insurer/payer processes

CPT/ICD-10 knowledge

Verbal/written communication

Team collaboration

Multitasking/ prioritization

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CPR/BLS

Job description

Northwest Specialty Hospital is seeking a detail-oriented, customer service focused, Imaging Coordinator to join the Imaging Team!

In this role you will be responsible for registration and pre-registration of patients, prepare pre-registration packets, call patients for preregistration notice, collect co-payments and account payments, register patients and update medical records as needed, enter and retrieve information from ITS and PACs; prepare and present the paperwork for clinical procedures done in Imaging. You will work closely with clinical staff to provide patients with screening and procedure education, monitor PACs for STAT preliminary reports and critical findings and facilitates the communication of that information, back up all incoming calls and direct them to the appropriate person or department. You will need to project a professional demeanor and appearance while maintaining the confidentiality of patients, coworkers and Northwest Specialty Hospital as appropriate.

Qualifications and Preferred Experience:

• High school diploma required.
• One year of prior clerical experience in a medical setting strongly preferred
• Knowledge of basic computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent skills in interpersonal communication to ensure the ability to build relationships with physicians or their support staff
• Knowledge of insurer and payer processes
• CPR/BLS or obtained within the first ninety days of hire
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment required.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing required.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines required.
• Knowledge of CPT, ICD-10 codes and medical terminology preferred.

About Northwest Specialty Hospital:

Northwest Specialty Hospital is widely known for being a center of excellence and is proudly owned and operated by local physicians. The physicians have invested personally, professionally and financially in the care of the patients and the staff. They have dedicated their lives to creating a hospital that allows them to practice on their own terms and do what’s best for patients. Northwest Specialty Hospital includes 12 operating rooms and 28 inpatient beds, along with a variety of clinics and services throughout Kootenai County, that span across multiple specialties.
Northwest Specialty Hospital has earned numerous awards for patient care, surgical skill, medical care, and employee satisfaction. Northwest Specialty Hospital has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest for seven consecutive years!! Companies throughout Washington and Idaho were selected based on employee feedback about benefits, work environment, job satisfaction,and other factors. We continue to receive this distinguished honor based on our great company culture, patient focused approach, and robust benefits package!

Some of our amazing perks and benefits offered to employees are:

• Company-sponsored events such as sporting events, BBQs, and holiday parties
• Comprehensive health care coverage with options for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance (for benefit eligible positions)
• Growth opportunities, ongoing education, training, leadership courses
• A generous 401K retirement plan
• A variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community are available to employees
• Wellness benefits offered to staff such as: weight loss challenge, access to a dietitian, and discount gym memberships
• Culture that promotes and supports work/life balance

**Northwest Specialty Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.**

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