University of Southern California
Radiology Tech (Union) - Float Pool - FT 8 Hour Days (Finance)
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As an integral of the Ambulatory Care Services Float Team, the Radiologic Technologist provides smooth outpatient flow resulting in optimum patient satisfaction and clinic operation by performing diagnostic radiology procedures in a variety of clinic settings. Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read and write English proficiently. Must be comfortable with computers and medical terminology. In depth knowledge of all insurance types, including government health programs.
Provides assistance to practitioners in delivering health care services including routine, emergency, and specialty encounters. Escorts patients to exam rooms, obtains and appropriately records patient vital signs/medication list, monitors patient flow, assists physicians with minor clinical procedures, performs EKGs, and prepares patient chart with pertinent medical information as directed by physician. Schedules diagnostic tests and surgeries as ordered by the physician as needed. Performs various administrative duties, including answering phone patient calls, returning phone calls, receiving and sorting in-coming faxes, obtaining prior authorizations. Ensures patient's right to privacy, safety, and confidentiality is maintained. Maintains a safe environment in accordance with standards, policies, and safety regulations. Ensures compliance with infection control policies. Must be highly flexible, enthusiastic, have a proactive approach, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, work efficiently under pressure and work efficiently in a team environment.
Must be willing to travel throughout the Keck Medicine of USC Community (on campus, satellite practices to cover practice integrations, vacations, illnesses, holidays, and leave of absences. Hours may vary depending on assignments.
Performs other duties as assigned.