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Overview

Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare.

At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide:

+ Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1

+ Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs

+ Family-focused benefits

+ Wellness incentives

+ Ongoing mentorship, _development,_ and leadership programs

+ And more

All levels of experience and education will be considered for this role.

Description

+ Identifies, analyzes and resolves problems identified within the Radiology reading rooms. Ensures that all patient images and information associated with each patient are available for each physician to review.

+ Utilize the PowerShare and Life Image application to integrate patient images into the Radiology PACS system. Cover phones and physicians request for all modality reading rooms.

+ Manage Radiology reading room protocols. Assists in contacting requesting physicians, obtaining information from Powerchart, utilizing PACS for prior studies, checking the RIS for prior reports, and also insuring report documentation for patients.

+ Oversees and coordinates radiology quality assurance activities governed by the ACR, by establishing quality measures and standards, monitoring departmental performance in relation to established standards, and ensuring all physicians are reminded of compliance.

+ Ensures that studies are readily available on PACS for physicians. Burns images to CD. Assists with med school lectures by finding articles on the internet for physicians. Prints out reports for physicians for conference.

+ Directs record-keeping activities by interpreting applicable regulations and establishing filing and auditing procedures to ensure files contain complete and accurate documentation.

+ Remains knowledgeable in regards to HIPAA and departmental policies, also ensures compliance with requirements by reviewing all relevant documents and informing physicians of changes on departmental services or programs.

+ Coordinates equipment service needs utilizing 8-help, and assists with training of residents on new equipment and applications. Ensures these activities do not disrupt patient services.

+ Works with IS to ensure data systems and programs adequately support QA activities. Ensures technology provides optimal diagnostic information and throughput. Maintains inventory within the department to ensure that supplies are available when needed and that limited resources are used appropriately and efficiently.

+ Develops implements and evaluates cost containment programs of consumable supplies and equipment on an on-going basis. Utilize application in order to provide requesting physicians with a preliminary report and associate and correct reports on patients.

+ Daily equipment check and maintenance of powerscribe workstation. Place reports in a batch queue for dictation and correct status on error log reports. Picture archiving system that stores patient reports and images.

+ This electronic database will be used for image retrieval, distribution, CD creation, film digitization and film printing. This database can also be used to audit patient information/data.

+ Verifies patient procedures are completed in the Radiology Information System. Check exam status to ensure final report. Merge patient data in regards to duplicate patients. Verify patient schedules and track patients.

+ Assist technologists with data management regarding accession numbers on patients. Gathers data for patients done outside of Emory Healthcare Systems. Regularly meets with and communicates operational changes to physicians to ensure they are aware of information that may affect their workflow.

+ Seeks input and recommendations from physicians on ways to improve operations. Communicates potential issues and opportunities to management. Coordinates workflow and image transfers with other facilities.

+ Assists physicians in providing image interpretation and documentation of studies. Evaluates data received from outside sources and coordinates effective transfer of information. Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

+ High School diploma or equivalent.

+ Three years of experience in radiology department or related healthcare experience preferred.

+ Knowledge of radiology department workflow and various imaging modalities preferred.

+ Familiarity with specific radiology information applications.

+ Basic computer knowledge e.g. the ability to use a keyboard, mouse, and video display terminal to receive, retrieve and/or audit information and data.

+ Good written/oral and analytical skills required.

**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium):** 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

**ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:** Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

**JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY!** Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network,establishedin 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [email protected] . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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**Division** _The Emory Clinic_

**Campus Location** _Atlanta, GA, 30345_

**Campus Location** _US-GA-Atlanta_

**Department** _TEC Rad Northlake Imaging_

**Job Type** _Regular Full-Time_

**Job Number** _157457_

**Job Category** _Clerical & Administrative_

**Schedule** _7:30a-4p_

**Standard Hours** _40 Hours_

**Hourly Minimum** _USD $23.52/Hr._

**Hourly Midpoint** _USD $27.96/Hr._

Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.