Radiology Partners

JOB SUMMARY:

Perform tasks related to radiologists’ interpretation of radiology studies.  To facilitate and expedite interpretation of radiology studies making the radiologist more efficient.  Communicate with referring physicians, hospital personnel and patients.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Faxing or calling reports to physicians
2. Calling for additional information on patients
3. Contacting other physicians via telephone for radiologist
4. Writing down information for faxes, E.R., etc.
5. Interfacing with hospital personnel
6. Continually monitor workflow via PACS work lists
7. Informing radiologists of unsigned reports/tracking data for admin office
8. Copying data
9. QA responsibilities
10. Expedite the interpretation of STAT or call report exams
11. Teleradiology system checks as necessary
12. Hospital patient information systems
13. Keep reading areas orderly

OTHER DUTIES:

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.  All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed and duties or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

REQUIRED EDUCATION OR EXPERIENCE:    

High school graduate, x-ray file room and/or medical/R.T. experience helpful

COMPETENCIES;

1. Interpersonal/social skills                                                                 
2. Handle issues with utmost confidentiality/discretion
3. Verbal/ written skills (diction and enunciation)
4. Excellent computer skills
5. Good attendance/punctuality
6. Excellent written, verbal and organizational skills
7. A positive, cooperative attitude
8. Ability to relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions:
1. get along with co-workers or peers without exhibiting behavioral extremes;
2. perform work activities which could require instructing, supervising, negotiating, persuading or speaking with others; and
3. responding appropriately to constructive criticism from a supervisor

PHYSICAL / MENTAL DEMANDS:

1. Sitting or standing for long periods of time                                          
2. Manual dexterity using computer keyboard                              6. Telephone usage
3. Ability to multitask                                                                          7. Driving

4.     Ability to concentrate on detail with interruptions                   

5. Lifting/organizing small stacks of paper or small boxes 25-30lbs.