Film Clerk

Film Clerk at Kaiser Permanente

• Determines needed images and information
• Pulls, scans/digitizes hard copy films for comparative and archival purposes
• Checks and reconciles jacket information and data entry into hospital, radiology & PACS information systems
• Updates PACS system in regards to priority including status notes
• Produces copies of existing images as requested
• Assists in collecting, compiling, computing, and recording data regarding images, CDs and/or imaging reports for accuracy
• Determines case priority for handing and scanning films based on departmental standards and procedures
• Enters/updates clinical information and exam data into Radiology, Hospital & PACS Information systems
• Monitors workflow of active file; coordinates activities; ensures historical images are available and scanned in sequence based on type of examination
• Assists in providing clerical orientation to other departmental personnel; provides feedback to lead; familiarizes personnel on film release policy and procedures
• Monitors incoming and outgoing image requests for completeness and timeliness
• Maintains shelving of records; shelves and purges jackets as necessary; searches and reconciles misfiled jackets as needed utilizing knowledge of jacket flow patterns
• Notifies and/or meets with lead or other designated individuals as required to review problems with imaging records and process flow patterns
• Monitors supplies; informs lead or supervisor of inventory levels

• Type 30 wpm and obtain passing score on Windows navigation test
• Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in word processing and spreadsheet PC applications

• Health insurance
• 401k matching
• Flight privileges

Kaiser Permanente is a healthcare organization that provides medical services to its members and the community