PRACTICE OVERVIEWDesertRadiology is committed to serving patients with prompt, quality healthcare.Founded in 1966, Desert Radiology has grown with the Southern Nevada communityto become the area’s chief resource for the highest quality diagnostic care.Our staff of radiologists, technical and support teammates promote a reassuringenvironment that relieves concerns and results in the best possible experiencefor our patients. Desert Radiology works closely with local area hospitals todeliver leading-edge diagnostic and interventional imaging. We are proud topartner with numerous Nevada hospitals. It is the combination of compassion,expertise and a commitment to providing the latest imaging technology thatmakes Desert Radiology the premier choice for outpatient imaging procedures. POSITION SUMMARYDesertRadiology in Las Vegas, Nevada is seeking a Medical Receptionist that will greet patients,coordinate required paperwork and process patient appointments. POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES1. Greets patients ina polite, prompt and helpful manner. Provides direction, information and other assistance to patients asnecessary. 2. Providesappropriate forms to patient for completion and signature. If necessary, provides exam preparationinstructions and materials.3. Inputs and/orverifies information in radiology information system (RIS/PACS) to ensureaccuracy and/or receipt of the patient, referring physician, insurance, andexam data.4. Collects theappropriate fees from the patients as determined by the insurance provided, ifany. Makes correct change, when necessary, and generates a receipt for payment.5. Assists in balancesheet transactions for daily deposit. Immediately reports any discrepancieswith deposit to Office Supervisor. 6. Reviews scheduledpatient appointments and may contact patients, via telephone, to confirmappointment date, time, and location. Advises the patient of any preparations required for the procedure, whennecessary.7. Schedules patientexams based upon physician and facility availability. Orders labs as necessary.8. Answers phones in apleasant manner and handles patient needs timely and appropriately.9. Maintains adequatelevel of office supplies and reorders as necessary. Ensures office equipment isoperating properly and contacts appropriate party for equipment repair. 10. Assists inmaintaining a clean, orderly waiting area.11. At certainfacilities, may perform back-up medical records duties, as necessary. DESIRED PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCEThis position calls for a highly organized individual astheir role will require self-direction, flexibility, and a capacity to give andreceive feedback graciously. The Medical Receptionist should possess thefollowing professional qualifications and personal attributes:1. Knowledge ofmedical reception tasks, clinic procedures, medical terminology and paperworkprocessing requirements.2. Knowledge of andexperience in using office equipment including telephone, fax, computer andphotocopier.3. Knowledge of andexperience in using radiology-related computer systems (RIS/PACS).4. Knowledge ofcustomer service concepts and techniques.5. Ability tocommunicate clearly in person and on the telephone. 6. Ability to useinterpersonal skills to effectively interact with physicians, other facilitystaff, patients and families when providing instructions or responding toquestions or exchanging patient-related information. 7. Ability to organizeand prioritize tasks effectively.8. Ability to read,understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to file correctly by alphabetic ornumeric system.9. Ability to maintainconfidentiality of patient record information.10. Strong customerservice skills and the ability to keyboard proficiently PHYSICIAL AND MENTAL DEMANDSPositionrequires sitting for six to seven hours per day; eye-hand coordination andfinger dexterity; ability to view computer screens for long periods and hearwithin normal range; ability to transfer patient files from one area toanother. Position may be stressful attimes due to workload and/or dealing with difficult patients.Radiology Partners is an equalopportunity employer. We believe in creating and celebrating a culture ofbelonging and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for allteammates.