Reading Room Assistant – Turnersville

Job Title:         Reading Room Assistant                                                        

Location:         Turnersville, NJ

Hours:              Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.* 

                             *Position will flex to cover 12:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. when necessary                 

Reports to:      Office Manager

Exemption Status:  Non-Exempt

SUMMARY – The overall purpose of this position is to assist the radiologists in maximizing the orderly and efficient processing of radiographic studies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Radiologist with all studies including hospital studies
• Read, acknowledge and complete tasks in Intergy
• Fax requested reports to physicians
• Communicate results and instructions to hospital personnel from the Radiologist
• Obtain images and reports from various media formats
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with all HIPAA and Corporate Compliance regulations
• Daily computer use
• Answer calls and manage the report request from patients and physician offices
• Punctuality and regular attendance
• All other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES – This position has no supervisor responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Ability to take direction/instruction from Radiologists
• Ability to communicate effectively in a courteous, tactful manner with patients, coworkers and physicians
• Proficient keyboarding and computer skills
• Understanding of anatomy, medical terms and radiologic studies
• Strong RIS and PACS skills
• Knowledge of how to operate a copier, fax machine and multi-line telephone

Physical Demands of the Position – While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to stand and walk as well as talk and hear to communicate with radiologists, patients and coworkers. The employee may be required to kneel, crouch, reach, and walk up and down stairs.

Working Conditions – Position requires 70 – 80% of scheduled shift sitting and computer inputting with continuous use of the keyboard and computer mouse as well as telephone use

Disclaimer – The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Interested candidates can submit their resume at resumes@sjra.com. Please include the Job Title, Location, and Hours in the subject or body of your email.