Scheduler - Orthopedics - Full Time

Being a part of a large family has advantages. With more than 500 ProMedica Physicians and advanced practice providers our network is the regions most complete with connections to leading hospitals and a wide spectrum of health services. ProMedica Physicians have locations serving northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan all working together with a single mission: the health of our communities.

Schedules all patient appointments for outpatient and inpatient testing specialists etc.

Accountabilities

• Schedules patients outpatient/inpatient testing appointments surgeries and procedures with hospital as requested by the physician. Provides patient with complete instructions for test preparation along with directions to facility time and date of appointment. Ensures that patients are referred to a facility approved by their insurance carrier.
• Obtains the necessary approvals for patient referrals for emergency room care hospital admissions physical therapy etc.; working with the various insurance companies.
• May maintain a log on all outpatient tests scheduled. Informs physician of patients not having tests done as scheduled.
• Documents information accurately promptly and legibly utilizing patient charts/forms practice management system and/or EMR software system as needed.
• Sends physicians their schedules for the next day/weekend via email and/or fax.
• Takes calls from hospitals and sends pages to the physicians as needed
• Distributes office mail on a daily basis
• Distributes office faxes on a daily basis to the appropriate staff members.
• Participates in practice staff meetings and other duties as assigned

• Education:High school graduate or its equivalent
• Skills:Requires working knowledge of medical terminology third-party billing and referral procedures. Must demonstrate and promote a strong commitment towards achieving customer satisfaction.
• Years of Experience:2 years previous healthcare experience

The above list of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the incumbent; it should not be considered exhaustive.

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