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UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN Health Access Partner, Advanced Imaging Center, UT Health Austin in Austin, Texas
Performs all imaging administrative duties, including checking in patients, ensuring completion of all necessary forms for registration and assisting patients when needed. Utilize EMR and RIS systems to ensure proper patient documentation and billing is completeNotifies technologist patient is ready for exams and provides information to technologist on where patient goes after exam is completedSchedules patients for Imaging exams performed in both HTB and HDB advanced Imaging. Ensures prior authorizations are complete as necessary for patients' imaging services prior to scheduling exams.Communicates all pertinent information including delays in schedule or need for additional information to ordering providers and staff documenting all information in the electronic medical record. Assures that the Imaging suite is running smoothly and that patient flow is at the optimum.Obtains medical record requests and makes phone calls to request medical records from outside providers. Download patient images from CDs into PACs. Download requested images onto CDs and work with HIM to mail discs to requestor. Adheres to federal and local confidentiality laws, including HIPAA, ensuring patient privacy.Ensures an adequate stock of front office supplies and proper functioning of equipment. Answers telephone utilizing quality customer service skills. Ensures patient waiting area and restrooms are clean and reflect a positive image.Participates in education programs and attends meetings as required. Participates in the orientation and/or training of newly hired personnel. Keeps track of incoming faxes and scans documents into EMR accordingly. Ensures demographic information is complete and accurate.Marginal/Incidental FunctionsOther related functions as assigned.
