Imaging Patient Coordinator - PRN

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JOB SUMMARY: The basic function of the Imaging Patient Coordinator is to efficiently process all patient Imaging visits while providing exceptional customer service.    

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Greets patients/visitors in a professional, courteous and helpful manner.
• Verifies patient demographic information and updates patient chart.
• Scans/copies insurance cards.
• Collects and verifies managed care referrals.
• Registers patients for visit.
• Answers telephones promptly, identifies self and directs calls as appropriate.
• Covers other Patient Coordinators during absences
• Provides rotating on-call coverage for weekend/evening hours.
• Maintains a positive and professional attitude towards patients, co-workers and physicians.
• Keeps work area orderly and neat.
• Handles difficult situations tactfully.
• Posts charges, adds referrals and any additional pertinent information for the billing process.
• Issues work and/or school notes.
• Schedules appointments internally and for external referring offices.
• Reviews proper prep instructions for certain exams (US, DEXA, CT)
• Creates various orders ensuring that all pertinent information is collected and correct.
• Reviews MRI/CT/US/XRAY orders in advance for errors and follows up with the proper team or office for corrected order before acquiring orders to Cleveland.
• Utilizes Medent & Syngo (Cleveland Clinic) on a daily basis.
• Reviews Imaging reports and charges.
• Stays on top of buckets for Cleveland Reports, Documents, Inbound/Outbound faxing, TO-DO’s, Order Buckets, and Scheduling Overflow
• Back–up for assisting research requests for MRI Clearance.
• Utilizes Craneware for Medical Necessity check.
• Takes patient payments and reconciles daily payments in Health Pay
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or its equivalent required.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• One year of experience in the medical field preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of medical and billing procedures.
• Ability to effectively use a computer and phone system.
• Ability to work efficiently and prioritize tasks in a high volume practice.
• Must understand the procedures associated with managed care plans.
• Must be personable and friendly at all times.
• Must be able to work as a team member and assist co-workers.
• Must have professional and effective communication skills.