Radiology Scheduler

Boston Medical Center; United States; Remote; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is seeking a Radiology Scheduler to coordinate patient appointments across modalities and interpreter services. You will manage scheduling in the Radiology Information System, coordinate with clinics and departments, and ensure proper pre-authorizations are obtained where required.

The role requires 1-2 years of related experience, a high school diploma, and strong English literacy with meticulous attention to detail and patient confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Must read and write in English.
• Excellent interpersonal communication with physicians and staff.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and build professional relationships.
• Attention to detail in scheduling and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Schedule radiology appointments (CT, MRI, Ultrasound, special procedures) for inpatients and outpatients.
• Enter appointments into Radiology Information System and hospital systems per guidelines.
• Distribute radiology request forms and maintain records/files; prepare reports as needed.
• Handle faxes and phone calls from physicians' offices and in-patient units for scheduling.
• Verify payer pre-authorization requirements and enter authorization numbers in the system.

Skills

English literacy

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder relationships

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

1-2 years related experience

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Schedules all required appointments for the designated Radiology modality (CT, MRI, Ultrasound, special procedures), as well as the interpreter services. The appointments are to be entered in the Radiology Information System and the hospital computer system as required by approved guidelines. Schedules both in-patients and outpatients, following the provided guidelines, in order to reduce the wait time for both groups. Ensures appropriate copying and distribution of the Radiology request forms. Maintains record and files; prepares reports, as needed. Receives faxes and phone calls from Medical Doctors offices and in-patient floors/units, for scheduling and returns scheduled appointments to the referring office practice. Checks for payers' pre-authorization requirements and ensures that the appropriate offices are obtaining them; enters pre-authorization number in the system.

Position: Radiology Scheduler

Department: Radiology Scheduling

Schedule: Full Time

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Requires completion of a high school education.

EXPERIENCE:

• 1-2 years of related work experience.

KNOWLEGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Requires the ability to read and write in English.
• Requires interpersonal skills necessary to obtain and exchange factual information.
• Requires the ability to maintain working relationships with physicians and staff at all times.
• Requires the ability to pay close attention to details.
• Requires the ability to maintain patient confidentiality.

Compensation Range:

$22.36- $27.26

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

• benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy)
• contract increases
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) savings matches
• earned time cash out
• paid time off
• career advancement opportunities
• resources to support employee and family wellbeing

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans