Who we are:Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit healthcare organization located in Kerrville, Texas, in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. Recognized as one of the nation's Top 20 Rural and Community Hospitals and the only Texas hospital to earn this distinction, Peterson is also Magnet® designated for nursing excellence and has been named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work in Healthcare for six consecutive years. Together, these achievements reflect our commitment to exceptional, compassionate, patient-centered care and a culture where team members thrive.
Shift Information:
This is a full time position working M-F, varied 8 hour shifts.
What we offer:
Health Insurance
401(k)
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid time off
Tuition Reimbursement | HPSA Designated
Employee Education Scholarships
Employee Referral Program
Merit Increases
Free access to a beautiful onsite fitness facility
What you will do:
Responsible for greeting and assisting Radiology patients in a timely, courteous and professional manner. Handles telephone requests from patients, hospital staff and physicians as related to Radiology services. Performs clerical duties essential to the functioning of the Radiology department in the hospital and at the Ambulatory Care Center. Insures that accurate patient information is obtained including patient signatures on any appropriate insurance form, waiver and or screening questionnaire. Responsible for Order Entry of patient exams, screening for Medical Necessity for Medicare limited coverage exams and performs daily audits with the Lead Clerical Coordinator of said exams.
Preferred Education:
High School diploma or equivalent
Required Skills:
Greets and assist and radiology patients in a timely, efficient and courteous manner. Excellent transport skills. Performs clerical duties essential to Radiology department. Insures accurate signatures, patient information and questionnaires are filled out properly. Order entry and Medical necessity. Daily audits. Typing and general computer knowledge.
Preferred Skills:
Knowledge of medical terminology
Required Experience:
Six months experience as an administrative assistant
Preferred Experience:
Greater than one years’ experience as an administrative assistant