Careers

The hours for this position are Monday-Friday, 3pm-11pm with two Saturdays per month, and call every 6-8 weeks.

General Duties:

Know and understand how to work all aspects of MR scanners and PACS system.

Read patient history forms to determine exam protocol and contraindications and assure that radiologist has proper history to assist in making a diagnosis. Confirm that all paperwork has been properly filled out and signed.

Keep Medical Assistants informed of any changes in normal procedures and when running behind schedule.

Assist front desk personnel with scheduling and help answer questions and concerns they may have when necessary.

Assist Medical Assistants when necessary with patient prep and setup. Perform IV access on MR patients, and assure that the informed consent form for Gadolinium injection has been properly filled out and signed.

Organization of MR patient workload.

Answer all questions and assist with concerns that the patient may have prior to, during, and/or after the MR Scan.

Explain procedures to patients in a clear and precise manner to guarantee the understanding of the procedure that they are having performed.

Fill out incident reports related to Gadolinium reactions.

Have ability to call and inform MR service department of problems and arrange service calls and preventative maintenance.

Accurately record patient information on MR ledger.

Mark daily appointment book for arrival/no show of patients.

Monitor patient’s vital signs during scanning when necessary.

EDUCATION:

Current certification with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging with the American Society of Radiologic Technologists. Must maintain ongoing continuing education requirements. Current CPR certification.

EXPERIENCE:

Prior MR experience strongly preferred.

KNOWLEDGE:

1. Knowledge of MR scan policies and protocols.

2. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology and clinical indications necessary to follow proper scanning protocols.

SKILLS:

1. Skill in production of quality MR scans.

2. Ability to effectively care for patients.

3. Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with interdepartmental personnel.

***We offer competitive salary and benefits and potential for relocation reimbursement.***

Radiology Associates of Tallahassee is a drug free work place and EOE

Job Type: Full-time

This is a full time position with hours from 8am-5pm Monday-Friday

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: ·

Verifies all insurance and authorization information, referral forms, and required documentation are complete, verifies that all pre-authorizations, registrations and other insurance related documents are completed.

Determines patient responsibility, registration, or other referral-related issues prior to a patient’s appointment.

Ensures accurate and timely communication with patients, providers, and other staff.

Maintains updated daily payment encounter log.

Performs daily balance and deposit.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Follows HIPAA guidelines in handling patient information.

EDUCATION: High School Diploma

EXPERIENCE:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• One to two years of experience in similar position
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology and basic anatomy/physiology
• Demonstrated computer skills
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience relating to the above tasks, knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of insurance industry and billing procedures.
• Knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation to type correspondence and enter demographic information in the RIS.
• Experience with Availity, UHC, NIA and Evicore desired.

SKILLS:

• Ability to multi-task effectively
• Customer service – satisfy patient needs by providing and delivering professional, helpful, high-quality service and assistance

**Please no phone calls to check the status of your application**

Radiology Associates of Tallahassee is an EOE and drug free workplace

Job Type: Full-time

The hours for this position are Full Time, Monday-Friday with 8 hour shifts rotating between the hours of 8am-4pm or 10am-6pm with a potential day time Saturday shift up to every 3 weeks.

Radiology Associates of Tallahassee offers a very competitive benefits package including 10% pension/profit sharing contribution (after 1 year) and over 4 weeks of vacation accrued in your first year of employment.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

Responsible for providing professional nursing care to patients in the various sections of Radiology Associates and Tallahassee Diagnostic Imaging.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Oversees and assists in the preparation of patients for their respective exams.

Demonstrates an ability to effectively assess the patient’s needs prior to and after their interventional procedure, and performs all pre and post procedural teaching necessary.

Schedules all Interventional procedures and obtains all necessary documentation prior to appointment.

Explains procedures to patients in a clear and precise manner to guarantee the understanding of the procedure that they are having performed and answering all questions and concerns that the patient may have prior to their study.

Reads patient notes, follow patient safety screening instructions, and prepares a plan of care/action if there are possible contraindications for the performance of their procedures.

Maintains accurate, objective, and comprehensive documentation on the patient’s interventional medical record.

Reports any deviation in care or problem with the patient to the attending radiologist(s) or appropriate health care provider.

Responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, quiet, restful and attractive environment in the interventional area.

Performs IV access on patients as required in all Radiology Associates’ sections.

Responsible for administering annual PPDs and maintaining pertaining records for all employees.

Maintains all crash carts (i.e., check drug quantities, dates, strengths, etc.) in the Radiology Associates physical plant.

Responsible for in-service programs directed toward patient care, infection control, JCAHO, and OSHA guidelines, etc.

Records and follows up on all incident reports, and implement training programs to resolve occurring incidents as needed.

Performs In-Service and training of all Radiology Associates personnel in emergent management of all patients during adverse events.

Participate in all emergency events that occur in all areas of the Radiology Associates facility.

Implement QA/QI programs and provide appropriate feedback and implement plan of action to address any negative results.

Liaison between clinical support staff and technical staff in the establishment and implementation of plans of care and action plans.

Additional nursing duties deemed necessary for the operation of Radiology Associates as determined by the Radiology Associates administrative committee.

EDUCATION:

High school degree or equivalent. Graduation from an approved school of nursing.

Licensed by the State of Florida as a Registered Nurse. Current BLS and ACLS certification. (Must be obtained prior to employment, or not less than 3 months after employment).

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of two years experience as a Registered Nurse required.

Two years of critical care or interventional radiology experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE:

1. Knowledge of basic nursing principles and protocols.

2. Knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety and patient confidentiality.

3. Knowledge of OSHA regulations.

4. Knowledge of ACLS protocols

SKILLS:

1. Able to assess and assist during interventional radiology procedures.

2. Recognition and treatment of an emergent event/ deteriorating patient.

3. Recognition and treatment of allergic/ anaphylactic reactions.

4. Proficient in intravenous access skills (including ports, PICC lines and peripheral IVs).

5. General knowledge in computer systems.

6. Ability to work effectively as team members with physicians and other staff.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:

Combination of standing 6-8 hours per day, walking, bending, reaching, lifting and transferring activities. Must be able to use correct body mechanics to assist patients appropriately. Occasional stress from multiple requests. May be required to use personal vehicle for short distance travel between work sites.

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Sometimes works in close quarters. Exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids, and other conditions common to radiology office settings.

Radiology Associates is a drug free work place and EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 – $30.00 per hour

We are looking for a Diagnostic Assistant. The hours for this position are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES/FUNCTIONS:

• Provide support service for Radiologist
• Distribution of exams to be read through various radiology systems
• Monitor, track and evaluate pending cases
• Contact Radiologist to inform him/her of pending cases to ensure TAT criteria is met
• Contact outside facilities to request previous study / additional patient information as needed
• Check various systems for reports as needed
• Sending and/or receiving faxes
• Contacting other physicians for Radiologist or contacting the Radiologist as needed
• Perform additional duties as assigned by Radiologists and supervisor.

EDUCATION:

• Certified Medical Assistant or Technologist
• Comparable experience in Radiology field may be substituted

EXPERIENCE:

• Prior experience in Radiology Department preferred

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS:

• Utilization of personal computer and e-mail.
• Various medical electronic systems
• Medical terminology as relates to Radiology
• Able to meet mandatory TAT time for each facility, if more than one protocol
• Responsible, efficient person, ability to multi-task
• Professional / tactful communication

Radiology Associates of Tallahassee is a EOE and drug free workplace

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.00 – $14.00 per hour

JOB TITLE: Diagnostic Assistant (TMH)

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

Responsible for performing duties necessary to facilitate smooth work flow with the TMH Radiology department.

Schedule is somewhat flexible. Must be able to work between the hours of 8AM-5PM Monday through Friday. Availability to work 30-40 hrs a week is expected.

SUPERVISED BY: Diagnostic Supervisor and TMH Radiology Assistant Director

SUPERVISES: Not applicable.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Performs secretarial/clerical duties including checking phones messages, taking pages/calls for Radiologists and sending and receiving faxes. Order supplies.

Check radiology information system for approved reports.

Provide support services for Radiologists and technologists.

Distribution of requisitions to be read.

Distribute Radiologists call schedule and monthly schedule to the appropriate areas.

Request, locates, send and receive patient medical records.

Prepare Radiologist Conference material, reports and images.

Obtain bi-weekly report correction list for reports and appropriate billing.

Call and record “wet reads” at Radiologists request and provide reports or procure reports, imaging or additional medical records as per policy.

Perform additional duties as assigned by Radiologists and supervisor.

EDUCATION:

High school degree or equivalent. Graduation from an Accredited Medical Assistant Program (preferred, not required).

EXPERIENCE:

Previous patient care experience in a Radiology setting.

KNOWLEDGE:

1. Knowledge of health care field, including medical terminology and anatomy.

2. Knowledge of reception tasks and hospital and clinic policies.

3. Knowledge of how to use office equipment, including phone and computer.

SKILLS:

1. Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care procedures.

2. Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.

3. Ability to use tact and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions.

4. Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:

Combination of standing 4-6 hours per day, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and transferring activities. Occasional stress from multiple requests requires the ability to multi-task.

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Sometimes works in close quarters. Exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids, and other conditions common to radiology office setting.

EXPOSURE DETERMINATION TO BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS:

Category I: Classification in which employee has minimal occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens.

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.00 – $13.00 per hour