Fairfax Radiology Centers

PET/CT Precertification & Scheduling Specialist

Fairfax Radiology Centers  •  Fairfax, VA (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

PET CT Scheduling & Precertification Specialist – Fairfax, VA | Full-Time | Monday – Friday schedule

Advanced Imaging Scheduling | Oncology-Focused Support | No Weekends or Holidays

Fairfax Radiology Centers — the largest radiology practice in the Washington, DC metropolitan area — is seeking a highly detail-oriented and compassionate PET/CT Scheduling & Precertification Specialist to support patients undergoing advanced molecular imaging exams.

PET/CT exams are often critical to cancer diagnosis, staging, and treatment planning. This role requires exceptional accuracy, urgency, and empathy to ensure patients receive timely access to care while all insurance authorization requirements are properly secured.

About the Role
Location: PET CT Center in Fairfax, Virginia
Schedule: Monday – Friday 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
No weekends, holidays, or call
Free on-site parking

Why You’ll Love Working Here
  • Play a meaningful role in supporting oncology and complex diagnostic patients
  • Work with a specialized, high-impact imaging department
  • Enjoy a consistent weekday schedule with no weekends, holidays, or call
  • Join a collaborative, patient-centered team focused on service excellence
  • Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including:
    • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
    • Tuition Reimbursement Program
    • Paid time off and holidays
    • Employer-paid Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
    • Profit Sharing Plan
    • Free on-site parking

What You’ll Do
  • Professionally manage incoming calls from patients, oncology offices, and referring providers
  • Schedule PET/CT and other advanced imaging exams accurately and efficiently
  • Thoroughly complete scheduling, preregistration, and documentation in the RIS system
  • Carefully review patient information to ensure proper exam selection and safety screening
  • Clearly communicate detailed exam preparation instructions and appointment logistics
  • Initiate and manage complex pre-certification/pre-authorization requests with insurance carriers
  • Gather and submit required clinical documentation for oncology-related imaging approvals
  • Track and proactively follow up on authorization status to prevent delays in patient care
  • Keep patients informed if authorization status may impact their scheduled exam
  • Confirm appointments and follow up on missing demographic, insurance, or clinical information
  • Remain current on evolving medical insurance policies related to advanced imaging
  • Maintain strict compliance with HIPAA and all federal and state regulations
  • Support Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives

What You’ll Bring
  • Strong, compassionate communication skills — especially when working with oncology patients
  • Ability to remain calm, professional, and detail-focused in time-sensitive situations
  • Experience with radiology scheduling and complex imaging pre-certifications strongly preferred
  • Oncology, PET/CT, or advanced imaging authorization experience highly preferred
  • Strong knowledge of insurance verification and pre-authorization workflows
  • Ability to multi-task effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
  • Proficiency with computer systems and data entry
  • High school diploma required
  • Ability to remain seated at a workstation for extended periods

Who We Are
Fairfax Radiology Centers, LLC (FRC) provides advanced outpatient imaging at 20 locations throughout Northern Virginia. With more than 110 subspecialized radiologists and over 700 employees, we partner with hospitals and healthcare providers to deliver exceptional care and an outstanding patient experience.
Fairfax Radiology Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

Ready to bring your skills and compassion to the PET CT team?
Join Fairfax Radiology Centers and help us deliver exceptional care to the community.
Fairfax Radiology Centers

About Fairfax Radiology Centers

Fairfax Radiology Centers, LLC (FRC), is the largest radiology practice in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. FRC provides leading-edge medical imaging at 20 outpatient locations throughout Northern Virginia, with more than 110 subspecialty trained radiologists and over 700 employees. FRC also works with local hospitals and health care providers to deliver an excellent patient experience and top quality, specialized care. 

FRC physicians are affiliated with the region’s top-ranked hospitals and are consistently selected as “Top Doctors” by Northern Virginia and Washingtonian magazines. Collectively, FRC physicians are unmatched in years of experience and are highly regarded by their medical peers in the community. But more importantly, they are trusted and respected by patients.

FRC provides specialized services for all areas of diagnostic and medical imaging such as:

•Diagnostic Radiology

•Breast Imaging

•Ultrasound

•CT Scanning

•Nuclear Medicine

•MRI/MRA

•PET-CT

•Coronary CTA

•Screening Services

•Oncology Detection

•Pediatric Radiology

•Image Guided Biopsies

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Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Fairfax, Virginia
Year Founded
1965
Website
fairfaxradiology.com
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