Part Time Clerical Officer Radiology- UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic, Dublin

Location: Sports Surgery Clinic
Job type: Part Time

Overview of role: 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Welcomes patients and their families professionally and delivers excellence in the administration of the patient episode.
• To ensure the seamless administration of the patient episode from referral to scheduling/handover to clinical colleagues.
• Ensures that the patient is properly identified and that all records match, and are verified as correct by the patient.
• Ensures all paperwork including insurance documentation is accurate, signed and in order prior to patient leaving
• Radiology Reception Ensures that all payments are deducted as necessary.
• Rotates between reception and call centre as required. 
• Schedules patients as per requests.  Seeks clinical advice as necessary. Verifies patient’s insurance details. 
• Answers the telephone professionally and according to policy. 
• Supports the retention of staff by contributing to the creation of a healthy work environment that supports teamwork.
• Treats colleagues, patients, families and visitors with dignity and respect at all times. 
• Demonstrates behaviours consistent with the clinic values, policies and procedures and forges good working relationships with administrative and clinical colleagues.
• Ensures a quality service for patients and families by being flexible with assignments and in providing staff coverage.
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times and is discrete in all dealings with patients and their families. 
• Communicates effectively and efficiently with patients, families and colleagues.  Addresses patient/family concerns/complaints immediately and seeks assistance as necessary. 
• Contributes to team meetings and offers solutions to problems as they arise. 
• Embraces change and participates in the implementation of new processes and procedures that will enhance departmental efficiency and effectiveness.
• Abides by the clinic mission and values at all times and always acts as an ambassador for the clinic.
• Follows all clinic policies and procedures.

Education and Experience:

•  Educated to Leaving Certificate Level or equivalent

Person Specification:

•  Accurate data entry and keyboard skills
• Self-directed and an ability to work independently
• Diplomatic and tactful with the ability to build and maintain relationships
• A team player with an open and flexible attitude
• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite
• Open to change and able to adapt to an ever changing work environment
• Be of good character
• Fluency in written and spoken English

 Equal
Opportunity Statement and Benefits   

UPMC is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment
for all employees.

At UPMC we provide a total rewards program
that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities
for all our colleagues.

Benefits –
Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension
Plan

Performance and Recognition – Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of
UPMC through our annual ACES programme.

Development
and Career Opportunities – Opportunities for each employee to reach
their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.

About
UPMC           

UPMC is a renowned multinational academic medical
centre committed to delivering people-focused care that’s close to home.
Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh
Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health through
clinical and technological innovation, research and education.
UPMC expands its expertise globally, bringing world-class care across
continents through its UPMC International division — an owned and operated
network of hospitals and ambulatory care centres in Italy, Ireland and
Croatia. UPMC International brings new access to the signature specialty
services of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, UPMC Sports Medicine and others to
more people in more places around the world.

In Ireland UPMC has provided high-quality healthcare in the South East since
2006. UPMC’s operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in
Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in
Clane, and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available at
the UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy
locations in Waterford and Cork, UPMC The 4th Practice in Mallow, and across
UPMC Sports Medicine Clinics in Dublin, Waterford, Limerick, Tipperary, Cork, and
Mayo. UPMC has also established a nationwide Concussion Network.  UPMC's
Global Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny.