Imaging Assoc Radiology

USW Bidding Period: 12/12/23 – 12/17/23

Join Cleveland Clinic Akron General where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Through providing the communities in and around Summit County with top-quality patient care, Akron General earned the No. 1 hospital ranking in Akron and the No. 7 hospital ranking in Ohio. Here, you will work with and learn from some of our best caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a Radiology Imaging Associate, your primary duties will include, but are not limited to:

– Providing clerical assistance to technical staff.

– Coordinating all film assembly for report interventions

– Utilizing RIS (Radiology Information System) for image tracking and procedure activity, and PACS/RIS for image distribution.

The ideal future caregiver is someone who:

– Demonstrates a strong work ethic.

– Acts in a friendly, helpful and compassionate manner.

– Enters data with accuracy.

– Has excellent customer service and communication skills.

This role will allow you to create the foundation in healthcare that youve been looking for. Youll be supported as you enhance your skills and advance your career as this position offers tuition reimbursement and endless opportunities within Cleveland Clinic.

At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. Thats why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, youll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, youll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

1st shift: 7:30am-4:00pm

R esponsibilities:

Supports all Radiology Modalities (General Diagnostics, Ultrasound, MRI, Nuclear, Interventional, PET, Mammography and CT areas) with clerical assistance, answering phones, and processing requests courteously timely.

Relays preliminary test results to attending physicians.

Uses RIS to complete the following: demand faxing, faxing or printing reports with use of appropriate cover sheets; pulls up patient exam history and verification of electronic images. Completes all documents properly and verifies all legal requirements for sorting, copying, and faxing.

Sorts and scans the appropriate radiology documents into patients permanent medical records into RIS/EPIC: scans and quality reviews all documents correctly into patients medical records according to correct exam date; names all documents correctly in EPIC; files all scanned documents into appropriate storage area for 30 days.

Relays study information to appropriate Radiologist or physician for immediate interpretation.

Calls patients to remind them of their radiology appointments.

Distributes fax request to appropriate individuals, prepares and mails CD requests (when available and applicable) to patients, physicians or attorneys

Burns CDs from PACS system for patients, physicians, offices, and other authorized customers as requested and consistent with departmental policies and guidelines.

Accurately and timely electronically signs in any outside facility CD images to the Department of Radiologys Picture Archive Computer System. (PACS) as per written policy.

Assists Technologist in the capacity of a technical assistant in Mass Casualty Incidents. Imaging Associates will not have hands on patient care responsibilities without direct technical supervision.

Prepares reports and uploads electronic images from PACS to the RISI PC for multiple Radiologist conferences. Follows individual Radiologist directives.

Assists all physicians with PACS/RIS issues.

Assist and document after hours call-in for STAT MRIs.

Other duties as assigned.

Follows Hospital and department policies and procedures with special attention to attendance and punctuality, confidentiality, dress code and display of ID badge, and safety.

Completes mandatory education and training in order to maintain organization and department-specific competencies and requirements.

Education:

High school graduate or equivalent.

Languages:

Certifications:

None required.

Complexity of Work:

Satisfactory completion of a medical terminology test.

Proficiency in keyboarding validated by the completion and results of the alphanumeric test administered in Human Resources.

Ability to communicate effectively with physicians, patients and attorneys.

Ability to use basic Windows applications.

Ability to efficiently and accurately file in terminal digital order.

Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.

Work Experience:

PACS (Picture Archive Communications System) or RIS (Radiology Information System) experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to either sit or stand for long periods of time, depending on the task at hand.

Manual dexterity sufficient to operate computers and common office equipment.

Requires audible speech and hearing, normal or corrected vision.

Ability to assist technologists lifting patients.

Personal Protective Equipment:

Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

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Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities