Rep Imaging Tech II - Teterboro, NJ req26526
Teterboro, NJ

Job Description

Job Description

Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday 3:00am - 12:00pm

Know that there are people behind the data. Patients and Physicians rely on our diagnostic testing, information and services to help them make better healthcare decisions. These are often serious decisions with far reaching consequences, and require sensitivity, tact and a clear dedication to service. It's about providing clarity and hope.

As a Specimen Processor you will work for the world leader in the industry, with a career where you can expand your skills and knowledge. You'll have a role where you can act with professionalism, you can inspire colleagues, and you can care about the work we do and the people we serve.

At Quest, our Specimen Processors play an essential role in our success and provide a critical service responding to the often pressured requirements of accurate diagnoses. As a career, it offers a unique opportunity to learn and develop a profession offering long-term stability and development. You can also earn a competitive salary and great overtime, while growing your own career.

Job Summary:

The Imaging Technician II is responsible for

preparing and scanning requisitions, knowing all of the functions of the

Imaging Technician I, plus additional functions.

Position Requirements:

* Basic computer skills
* Good organizational skills
* Fine motor skills
* Understanding of requisition types
* Requisition handling and delivery
* Understanding of compliance regulations related to

PHI

* Flexibility and a willingness to adapt to change and

pursuit of continuous improvement

* Commitment to fulfilling internal and external

customer requirements in the course of carrying out routine position

responsibilities

* Willingness to actively contribute to a team based

working environment

* Ability and willingness to support the goals of the

department with regard to staffing needs on weekends, holidays, on call and overtime.

* Tasks and responsibilities must be performed with confidence, accuracy and in a timely manner.
* Performance task proficiency includes but is not limited to the following manual functions: sorting, pickup and delivery of requisitions to Imaging billing, preparing requisitions.



Instrument maintenance includes but is not limited to the following functions: Daily cleaning and inspection of equipment

* Change ancillary equipment (ink cartridge, skimmer

roller, bulbs), as needed.

* Initiate calls for vendor intervention, when needed.
* Inventory control of supplies.

Scanning, performance task proficiency includes but is not limited to the following functions:

* Accessing and navigating in the imaging software and

LIS

* Print Batch Header sheets.
* Monitor image on the screen and take appropriate

action to ensure quality.

* Resolve the images in the Quality Review (QR)

process.

* Box requisitions and attachments for Billing.

This individual will have completed the necessary

training consistent with local business unit practices for the Imaging

Department. Prior to promotion to this level, the Imaging Technician II must show a strong proficiency in all areas noted above.

The Imaging Technician II is involved in more

complex processing including but not limited to:

* Instrument operation and preventive maintenance
* Scanning documents

Quality review

* Work flow management into and within Imaging
* Specific functions will require additional data

entry skills and good written/verbal communication skills

Job Accountabilities:

All responsibilities of the Imaging Technician II

meets or exceeds productivity and quality standards for Imaging Technician I.

Solves more complex problems on a routine basis.

Identifies problems with preparing and scanning

requisitions including missing labels on attachments, staples, paper clips, rubber bands, tape, ripped pages, adhesives, loose scripts, instrument maintenance, QR etc. and is able to resolve or forward information to the Group Lead and/or Supervisor in support of timely problem resolution.

Demonstrates an ability to learn the job duties

assigned to the Imaging Assistant II, and develops an understanding of how all the functions in Specimen Processing and Remote Sites working together and how they impact the quality of service to our internal and external customers.

Meets quality and production standards within 1

month of completing training.

Completes all required written documentation such

that it is understandable to others, legible and within the assigned time

frame.

Reports to work on time, and follows attendance

guidelines; supports the department's performance in the event of coworker absences.

Learns additional functions within Imaging to allow

timely progression to the next level.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Adheres to all Quest Diagnostics policies and

procedures, including safety and compliance.

Job Requirements/Environment:

Handles multiple tasks simultaneously and works in a

production environment.

Communicates effectively with all levels of staff

both verbally and written.

Maintains composure while working under pressure.

Reflects good judgment at all times when determining

what action to take in resolving problems.

Adheres to Quest Diagnostics' Core Values, safety,

compliance and work process policies and procedures.

Works in a biohazard environment, in compliance with

all applicable safety requirements.

Keeps work area neat and clean; complies with 5S

workplace standards.

Able to sit, stand or walk for long periods, able to

lift up to 50 lbs., maneuver large carts and/or racks with documents.

Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills that foster

a positive working environment.

Demonstrates work assignment flexibility and ability

to adapt to change.

Must have some flexibility with regard to work

schedule.

Incumbent should possess the knowledge, skills and

experience usually obtained by:

High School or equivalent

Prefer at least 1 years experience in a production

setting.

Must have familiarity with personal computers, basic

Windows-based software and good typing skills.

Prefer familiarity with mainframe computer operating

system.