Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

This position is responsible for coordinating the Neuromuscular Clinical Laboratory in the Department of Neurology. This position includes duties associated with general
administrative services, clinical functions, and billing related activities. This position requires an individual with strong communication and organizational skills

Job Description

Electronic Medical Record Systems & Information Technology Interfaces

• Management and administration of Electronic Medical Records Systems and Information Technology Interfaces
  • Co-Path registration for all specimens.
  • Co-Path system troubleshooting.
  • Coordination of Co-Path requirements for CAP, NY, CA, & FL licensures.
  • Serves as Co-Path and Epic liaison for all lab personnel and physicians.
  • Facilitates Co-Path and Epic training and ensures compliance of training requirements for all lab personnel and physicians.

Clinical Laboratory Coordination

• Confers with facilities and physicians to explain purpose of testing, testing requirements of diagnostic procedures, turn-around- times and result interpretations.
• Administers and evaluates all lab and clinical assessments to ensure they are completed in a timely manner. 
• Prepares oral or written presentation or reports and analyses and enters documentation into Co-Path.
• Coordinates clinical data for all biopsies.
• On-call after hours and on non-business days to assist physicians as needed.

Billing

• Ensuring receipt of complete and accurate requisitions from outside facilities.
• Providing laboratory cost quotes to outside facilities.
• Entering CPT charges into Co-Path for billing interface.

Administrative

• Interacting with internal and external physicians, staff, and lab personnel.
• Scanning, faxing, sorting mail, shipping packages both international and domestic.
• Managing and ordering office supplies for lab personnel.
• Interact with WU Facilities, Housekeeping, WUSTL IT, and NCIS for work orders related to the laboratory.

Other Functions

• Maintains required HIPAA compliance, skills/competencies and participates in in-services, staff programs, continuing education, and cross-training programs according to established standards and Washington University policies.
• Complies with OSHA, state and federal regulatory sources/standards.
• Participates in quality improvement activities to ensure appropriate outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at a desk or table

Equipment

• Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification.

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Healthcare (2 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Washington University seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Facility Layouts, Interpersonal Communication, Laboratory Administration, Organizing, Telephone Operations

Grade

C06-H

Salary Range

$17.34 - $25.40 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.