• Job Description

  Req#: 29277

  Imaging Services Coordinator

  Position Summary:

  Responsible for coordinating all activities related to scheduling hospital outpatient imaging and interventional radiology procedures. Assists in managing patient throughput for inpatient imaging departments. Other assigned tasks include administrative services to help facilitate the efficient operation of the imaging department by performing a variety of clerical tasks.

  Responsibilities:

  
  
  • Complies with all Kootenai Health confidentiality and HIPAA standards
  
  
  • Functions as the communication center for the unit/clinic regarding all patient care, patient location, and patient activities, and is able to provide information and direction as needed
  
  
  • May enter orders, procedures, labs, and multiple tests regarding the care of patients while in the outpatient areas
  
  
  • Ensures patient demographics and insurance information is maintained in appropriate scheduling systems
  
  
  • Communicates basic financial policies pertaining to insurance coverage
  
  
  • Obtains referrals and pre-authorizations as required and processes charges
  
  
  • May assist with managing department processes, monitoring and tracking compliance as directed and special projects
  
  
  • Specializes in patient tracking and coordinates follow-up appointments as needed
  
  
  • Responsible for allocating hospital resources for efficient use and ensures admitting and discharge functions are providing for optimal patient flow
  
  
  • Coordinates communication with external health providers and partners
  
  
  • Attend departmental meetings and stay up to date on all initiatives related to the clinic
  
  
  • Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
  
  
  • Performs other related duties as assigned
  
  
  • Competent to meet age-specific needs of the unit assigned
  
  
  

  Requirements and Minimum Qualifications :

  
  
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  
  
  • 2 years’ experience as a Health Unit Coordinator, Administrative Assistant, Outpatient Service Coordinator OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience required.
  
  
  • Working knowledge of medical terminology, confidentiality, HIPAA and electronic health record systems preferred
  
  
  

  Working Conditions:

  
  
  • Must be able to lift and move up to 10 lbs
  
  
  • Must be able to reach arms above or below shoulder height
  
  
  • Must be able to maintain a sitting position
  
  
  • Typical equipment used in an office job
  
  
  • Repetitive movements
  
  
  

  About Kootenai Health:

  Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

  As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

  • Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.

  • Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it

  • Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.

  • Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials

  • An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching

  • Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more

  • Robust and interactive employee referral program

  • And much more

  If you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you!

  Apply today! Please reach out to Grey Mora at tmora@kh.org or Front Desk 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org with any questions.

  Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.

• About the company

  Coeur d`Alene, North Idaho, Washington, Montana, Spokane

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