What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiology Clinical Facilitator position at UT Health San Antonio?
Job Description
The Radiology Clinical Facilitator performs a wide variety of routine duties including clerical, technical and patient related functions. Is responsible for assisting members of the patient care team and providing a broad range of health care services such as : patient check-in, exam review, preparation for the visit, patient education, assistance with exams and procedures, and patient transporting. The Facilitator is trained to use a wide variety of computer systems. The Radiology Clinical Facilitator may be assigned to work in a variety of imaging sections, assist multiple radiology modalities and / or clinical services per operational needs. Must be able to resolve conflict and endure the pressures associated with a high volume and changing work environment. Will assist adults, geriatric, adolescents, and pediatric age groups and performs patient assessment within the scope of practice. The exams may be performed in the various Radiology Imaging sections and at a variety of clinical sites.
Location : UT Health Hill Country is located in the heart of Leon Springs, minutes from La Cantera and only a short 15-minute drive from the South Texas Medical Center. In addition to best-in-class benefits, UT Health Hill Country offers a professional and positive work culture, and free parking.
Responsibilities
- Patient Care :
- The Radiology Clinical Facilitator is competent in assisting with imaging workflow. Aids patients pre and post diagnostic exams, performs clerical duties including scheduling, maintains high quality services; thus, leading to the best possible patient experience.
- Analysis and Communication :
- Communicates effectively with patients / families and all care providers.
- Interacts with staff and providers, in a manner that promotes positive working relationships.
- Checks the order for complete information and appropriateness criteria.
- Schedules exams as needed.
- Obtains sufficient information to determine whether the procedure should be performed immediately or within a specific time frame.
- Adheres to established section and organizational protocols, QA guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
- Assist with coordinating work assignments to ensure a smooth workflow.
- Imaging Exams :
- Sets up the imaging room to coincide with the examination being performed to include the use of proper isolations precautions when needed.
- Verifies two patient identifiers.
- Provide quality customer service, explains exams to patients in a clear manner, and provide information and resources to patient and family.
- Safely transfers patient to and from beds, stretchers, and wheelchairs utilizing multiple lifting devices.
- Positions the patient, ensuring patient comfort and modesty.
- Responsibilities Supporting Patient Care :
- Exhibits caring attitude when relating to patients.
- Engages in professional and ethical conduct.
- Maintains a clean, orderly, well-stocked exam and dressing rooms.
- Rotate within departments and clinics for proper coverage.
- Notifies appropriate staff when equipment malfunctions.
- Assists patients with limited mobility pre and post exams e.g., gowning, dressing or with DME equipment etc.
- Other :
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION :
Expereince :
Two (2) years of previous radiology imaging or medical practice experience preferred
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION :
None.
About Us
Benefits Overview
UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.
Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists.
Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.
Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits. Life Employees receive $40,000 of group term life insurance and $40,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.
Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.
Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options :
FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.
Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.
EEO Statement
UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
Salary : $40,000
