Diagnostic Imaging Clerk

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Diagnostic Imaging (DI) Manager of Operations, and while demonstrating a commitment to the Mission, Values and Management Philosophy of St. Boniface Hospital, the Diagnostic Imaging Clerk is responsible for receiving requisitions and scheduling diagnostic imaging examinations using the Radiology Information System (RIS); acting as a receptionist to patients; obtaining, entering and updating patient/film information and registering patients on the computer system; Retrieving digital images, filing, retrieving DI films/digital images and CDs/DVDs, providing digital images/films to physicians upon request, sending digital images/films and/or reports to various facilities, and performing other related duties as assigned.

Experience

• Previous PACS experience an asset.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Grade 12, or recognized equivalent.
• Successful completion of a recognized Medical Administrative Assistant Program at a recognized educational institution, a recognized medical secretary program or the first year of a recognized diploma/degree in nursing.

-or-

• Successful completion of a recognized medical terminology course, PLUS one-year experience in a Patient Registration department or one year related* experience.

* Experience as a ward clerk, Unit Assistant, Secretary or Receptionist in a clinical area is deemed to meet the definition of related.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

Not Applicable

Qualifications and Skills

• Keyboard Speed - 35 wpm.
• Ability to read, write speak and understand English.
• Ability to interact well with others.
• Good telephone manner.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to retain information which is of a confidential nature.
• Ability to adapt readily to stressful situations.
• Good interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work with accuracy.

Physical Requirements

• Physically capable of assisting patients in wheelchairs.

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