Position Highlights:
- Position: Scheduler
- Location: Western Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
- Schedule: Full-Time
Responsibilities:
Appointment Scheduling:
- Coordinate and schedule patient appointments for consultations diagnostic tests treatments and follow-up visits.
- Ensure accurate recording of patient information including demographics medical history and insurance details.
- Communicate appointment details to patients via phone email or in-person interactions.
- Modify schedules as necessary to accommodate urgent cases cancellations or rescheduling requests.
Resource Management:
- Review orders for correctness and authorization requirements. Request new or revised orders when needed.
- Utilize many different provider portals to verify eligibility benefits and pre-authorizations.
- Optimize scheduling processes to minimize downtime and maximize resource utilization.
Patient Communication and Education:
- Provide clear instructions to patients regarding appointment scheduling procedures pre-operative preparations and post-operative care.
- Advise patients of potential out-of-pocket costs and connect them with financial resources
- Address patient inquiries and concerns regarding scheduling insurance coverage and other administrative matters.
- Educate patients about the importance of adhering to appointment schedules and following medical recommendations.
Record Keeping and Documentation:
- Maintain accurate records of patient appointments procedures surgeries and related activities.
- Ensure compliance with privacy regulations (e.g. HIPAA) in handling patient information and medical records.
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
Customer service experience is highly preferred.
Compensation:
- $20.00 - 23.00 per hour depending on education and experience.
- Discretionary bonuses relocation expenses merit increase market adjustments recognition bonuses and other forms of discretionary compensation may be available.
Benefits:
- Medical dental vision insurance
- Life Insurance
- Free Parking
- Paid time off
- Education assistance
- 403(b) with employer matching
- Wellness Program
- Additional benefits based on employment status
Additional Information:
- Relocation: Must relocate to Grand Junction CO 81505 before starting work.
- Work Location: In-person/onsite
- Application Deadline: Posting will remain open untilAugust 31 2025 or until the position is filled
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