Scheduler - Periopertive Services

Scheduler - Periopertive ServicesLocation: BRYAN, TEXAS, UNITED STATESNew Requisition #: 2019-R0262522Position Type: Full-TimeScheduled Hours per 2 week Pay Period: 80Primary Location: TX > BRYAN > REGIONAL HEALTH CENTERJOB SUMMARY / PURPOSEResponsible for scheduling outpatient diagnostic exams for the various departments. The scheduling of exams includes obtaining accurate patient demographic, clinical and financial information and the coordination of available resources to meet the needs of the patient. may include billing responsibilities.ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Receive incoming telephone calls; from physician offices, patients, or patient walk-ins and schedule the requested outpatient test(s).

Collect the appropriate level of demographic, clinical and financial information; including patient’s name, date of birth, ordering physician, ordered test(s), diagnosis, telephone number(s) and payment mode(s).

Take into consideration the proper protocols for conducting each ordered test(s).

Assess the proper amount of time that is required for the ordered test(s) and place the test(s) on the various department schedules.

Inform the physician office or patient of their testing schedule, including time and location of each test, and any special instructions for preparation for the testing schedule.

Receive physician orders for future scheduled events, verify accuracy of order and document receipt of order.

Prepare the next day’s schedule and match all “in-house” orders with that schedule. Research any missing orders that are documented in the system but are not present in the department.

Coordinate with the various department’s for requests for same day add-ons or special situations requiring a department’s approval.

Review future day’s schedules for errors and inconsistencies and make the necessary corrections.

Review future day’s schedules for physician orders and place the necessary calls to the physician’s offices to remind them to send an order for their patient scheduled test(s).

Prepare and send out various printed schedules and audit reports, on a daily basis, for both departments and physician offices.

Maintain the scheduling system at optimum operating efficiency by “closing out” scheduled events and archiving those account to journal files.

May be Responsible for timely, accurate billing of all appropriate patient charges

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSRequired Education for Staff Job LevelsRequired Licensure and Certifications High School Diploma/GEDRequired Minimum Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesRegularly exhibits interpersonal skills conducive to positive guest relations Mature, poised, and possess good judgment to dealdiplomatically and effectively with a variety of people Demonstrate effective communication skills and interviewing techniques necessary for telephone contact Must demonstrate the ability to function as a member of a team MedicalTerminology Attention to detail; high level of accuracy Typing Test may be conducted: At least 40wpm Must be able to work in a fast paced environmentPREFERRED Qualifications Two (2) years of related PAS work experienceAdditional Information

Requisition ID: 2019-R0262522

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Market: CHI St. Joseph Health

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