MED: Radiology

The incumbent must have the skills and ability to manage the level of responsibility and accountability necessary to provide specialized duties for the department/clinical team for which it is assigned and is responsible for sustaining an environment of intrinsic good will for the practice while providing optimum services to patients. This position will be responsible for the triaging and scheduling patient procedures or the department as well as coordination of exams and appointments with other ancillary services, other departments of the hospital, and outside facilities. This person provides support and communicates directly with patients, referring clinics, physicians, nursing, and technical staff. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring proper insurance authorization is in place and must have a thorough knowledge of medical terminology, ICD10 and CPT codes and the ability to abstract pertinent information from the patient’s medical record. Incumbent works independently and work is referred to his/her supervisor only when standard procedures or processes do not apply. This position may also perform front office duties consistent with that of MOSC 2, per operational needs.
Work location is in Sacramento / 3195 Folsom Blvd. Sacramento, CA. However, incumbent may be required to work at other UCD Health sites, including the ACC and the main hospital based on radiology demands.

Apply By Date

5/20/2024 at 11:59

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in practices and protocols related to medical office procedures, including but not limited to medical terminology, appointments, medical records, insurance verification, cashiering, billing, etc.
• Knowledge of health care insurance systems, which may include Medi-Cal, MediCare, HMO, PPO, fee-for-service, county-funded coverage, and workers’ compensation, sufficient to properly obtain and track authorizations, appoint patients, make referrals for consults, diagnostics, and ancillary services, coordinate hospital services, complete and submit billing documentation, and explain provisions and requirements to patients.
• Knowledge of ICD-9/10, CPT, and HCPCS coding guidelines sufficient to accurately identify services performed, including diagnoses, procedures, and supplies.
• PC proficiency in computer system applications (such as MS Office Suite, cloud-based applications, etc).

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $32.09
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 273
• Payroll Title: Med Ofc Svc Crd 3 PD
• Appointment Type: Per Diem
• Percentage of Time: 40%
• Shift Hours: 8 hours
• Location: Ellison Ambulatory Care Center
• Union Representation: Yes
• Benefits Eligible: No
• Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: On-Site

Special Requirements

• This position is a critical position and subject to a background check and drug screen. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history, identity checks and drug screen.
• As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

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