Modality Coord IR ERT in Elkhart, Indiana at Beacon Health System

Modality Workflow:

• Schedules and monitors proper staffing levels to efficiently accomplish the daily workload.
• Responsible for protocoling procedures with the supervising Interventional Radiologist.
• Works in cooperation with the IR Charge Nurse to optimize operations and patient safety.
• Monitors workflow and adjusts as necessary to optimize throughput.
• Responsible for billing report review on a daily basis.
• Assists manager with charge denials to maximize reimbursement.
• Monitors supply usage for proper inventory while successfully meeting budgetary expectations.
• Works with Radiology Management to ensure proper patient coding.
• Maintains relationship with the IPS department to resolve scheduling issues that arise.
• Maintains open lines of communication with all modality staff members for all equipment, service, supply, and staffing issues.
• Coordinates with other modalities for patients with multiple exams within Radiology.

Modality Technical:

• Evaluates modality performance for technical quality and works with Radiology management to make adjustments as necessary.
• Takes a leading role in the QA program for the modality and staff with direction from Radiology management.
• Coordinates with service to maintain image quality and equipment performance.
• Maintains documentation in accordance with accrediting agency requirements.
• Trouble shoots equipment problems and coordinates service when necessary.
• Initiates protocol changes and communicates these changes to the staff.
• Recommends needed equipment to Radiology management for capital purchase planning.
• Assures the equipment and work areas are clean.
• Assists Radiology management with interviewing, hiring, and orienting new staff.
• Assists Radiology management with any needed disciplinary actions.
• Acts as a role model by complying with policies, procedures, and practices.

Department Function:

• Assumes care for physical and psychological needs of the patient in order to create a positive experience for each patient.
• Applies ALARA principles, instructing all IR personnel in safe radiation practices regarding both patients and personnel.
• Acts as resource for routine and complex procedures, including trauma, surgical or immobile patients.
• Serves as a resource for all modality staff members for exam protocols, imaging equipment operation and PACS related procedures.
• Performs annual performance evaluations for IR technologists.
• Attending management staff meetings as directed.
• Keeps room adequately stocked with linens and supplies.
• Works with vendors as needed to maintain current supply and to stay abreast of new advances in technology.

Patient Data / Image Movement:

• Verifies all written orders prior to beginning a procedure.
• Confirms the identity of each patient per policy.
• Enters accurate exam information into Radiology Information System.
• Obtains patient history so the proper procedure can be performed.
• Completes all steps to ensure that images are on the PACS and ready to read.
• Enters accurate exam charges so proper billing can occur.
• Scans all pertinent documents into patient file in PACS.

Performs other functions to maintain personal competence and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department by:

• Completing job-related assignments and special projects as directed.

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.