Digital Imaging Specialist II - Doral at University of Miami in Doral, Florida

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The University of Miami Health System at Doral has an exciting opportunity for a Fullt-time Digital Imaging Specialist II with a hire date of June 2024.


The University of Miami Health System will soon open the second phase to our state-of-the-art facility in Downtown Doral that serves as a western hub for our distinguished regional network of ambulatory services. This 160,000 square foot expansion will continue to bring world-class academic medicine, cutting-edge technology, and innovative treatment options to the rapidly growing Doral community. UHealth at Doral will have services through the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, and the Desai Sethi Urology Institute, as well as specialties such as cardiology, endocrinology, otolaryngology, gastroenterology, dermatology, and more. The expansion will provide residents with innovative, specialized medical services in the heart of their community. Once complete, UHealth at Doral will have 8 operating rooms, 3 endoscopy procedure rooms, 33 cancer treatment bays, over 60 multidisciplinary exam rooms, and supporting ancillary services like imaging, lab, and respiratory therapy. UHealth at Doral will open in September, 2024.



CORE JOB SUMMARY



The Digital Imaging Record Specialist II is responsible for the imaging record maintenance in patient charts, receiving, documenting and processing Digital Imaging requests from patients, medical facilities, insurance companies and legal firms. The incumbent performs a variety of administrative and clerical duties that support consumer services in and out of the department. Independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative are essential in addition to responsibility for designated areas.



CORE JOB FUNCTIONS



1. Utilize UChart-Radiant (RIS) and/or Picture Archive Communication Systems (PACs) to import or export digital images and report data.
2. Fulfill digital imaging record inquires via in person, fax, telephone, subpoenas and legal requests.
3. Retrieve messages from voicemail in a timely manner.
4. Resolve radiology exceptions in PACS.
5. Manage document services with record retention vendor.
6. Support the workflow at the counter to receive and process film jacket/CDs requests for the counter and/or ancillary areas via telephone, fax and/or in person.
7. Order supplies for the department including satellites.
8. Monitor Nuance and outsourced dictation services for correctness/issues.
9. Update on-call radiology schedules (all modalities) using Smart Web System
10. Complies with the hospital, Joint Commission for Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, State requirements and works closely with the HIPAA Privacy Office to ensure HIPAA compliance.
11. Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures. Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures



This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.




CORE QUALIFICATIONS




Education:



High School diploma or equivalent required.



Experience:



Three (3) years of HII &/or HIM experience required.


Experience in Epic Radiant (RIS), Philips PACS and/or Vendor neutral archives (VNA) a plus.



Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
  
  


• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
  
  


• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
  
  


• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
  
  


• Commitment to the University's core values.
  
  


• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
  
  

Department Specific Functions


1. Maintains accurate and complete clerical systems and records.
2. Maintains working knowledge of hardware and software utilized in the digital imaging process.
3. Ensures high degree of customer satisfaction by consistently adhering to our DIRECCT values.
4. Works closely with physicians and serves as department liaison supporting all clinical areas.
5. Fully understands and utilizes the Picture Archive Communication Systems (PACS) and RIS systems.
6. Oversees the release of digital information and ensures the availability of records to the patients, physicians and clinical staff for all studies and procedures.
7. Serves as a resource for the Digital Imaging Specialist team.
8. Researches and resolves questions, concerns, compliance issues, and problems with respect to the digital imaging process.
9. Assist with the department onboarding and training of digital imaging staff


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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.


UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.


Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.


The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.



Job Status:

Full time



Employee Type:

Staff



Pay Grade:

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