Fibroscan Technician- Gastroenterology

Job Summary

The Gastroenterology department is seeking a full time Fibroscan Technician to work 40hrs/ wk, Monday- Friday; day shift. This position has a significant impact on the first impression patients and visitors experience when calling or arriving into the outpatient units. Incumbents will provide a high level of customer service by interacting with patients, visitors and staff in a professional manner that is proactive, friendly and helpful.

Essential Responsibilities

• Performs fibroscans in Boston location as well as our off site locations (transportation will be provided by the department).
• Schedules/confirms all fibroscans in all locations in order to organize and maintain excel spreadsheet used for statistical purposes.
• Captures referral and prior authorizations for fibroscans.
• Works independently when traveling to off-site locations.
• Interacts professionally with both patients and Physicians in all locations.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree preferred.
• 0-1 Years Related Work Experience Required.
• Certification in Fibroscanning by Manufacturer of equipment to be obtained within 6 months of employment.
• Basic familiarity with computers.
• Ability to navigate at a basic level within web-based applications.

Competencies

• Decision Making: Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation.
• Problem Solving: Ability to address problems that are routine, somewhat repetitive and generally solved by following clear directions and procedures and by identifying opportunities for process improvements.
• Independence of Action: Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations.

Physical Nature Of The Job

• Moderate work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and or up to 20 pounds of force frequently.
• Physical in nature and employee needs to stand and/or move around through the majority of their shift.

Pay Range

The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.