Scheduler
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Job Location:
Johnstown, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5 PM
Your experience matters
How youll contribute
A Scheduler who thrives in this role will:
- Perform surgery scheduling responsible for scheduling all procedures/testing for all providers within the practice.
- Be responsible for managing work queues to notify all departments of ordered testing.
- Maintain proficiency in use of EPIC system for placing orders/prep for case and documenting needed information in appropriate place. This also includes scanning.
- Be responsible for running and reconciling the failed fax transmission report (daily)
- Be responsible for obtaining correct CPT and ICD 10 codes prior to obtaining authorizations for Plastic Surgery procedures/testing. Will work with coding/billing staff to ensure that appropriate coding procedures are gathered.
- Be responsible for ensuring appropriate consents are completed for surgical procedures copied for office records and submitted to appropriate contacts at hospital and/or office.
- Be responsible for ensuring patients insurance is active and eligible for date of procedure/testing.
- Be responsible for contacting insurance companies and obtaining authorizations for allprocedure/testing being performed. Authorizations must be obtained prior toprocedure/testing being performed.
- Be responsible for notifying ASU Centralized Scheduling and insurance companies when there are changes in procedure and/or dates.
- Responsible for informing patient of all testing/procedure information preps special instructions pretesting etc.
- Communicate with Physicians Practice Manager and clinical staff when appropriate paperwork authorizations and/or consents are not complete prior to procedures being performed.
- Answer all incoming phone calls in a courteous manner. Returns all phone calls same day before leaving for the day.
- Obtain statistics as requested by Practice Manager
- Attend assigned and/or scheduled in-service education meetings and staff meetings.
- Promote an environment that is conducive to employee and patient safety.
- Be flexible with workload schedule and location to meet the demands of the office.
- Maintain confidentiality of all patient information in accordance with departmental and health system policies and procedures.
- Maintain office equipment and ensure they are in good operational order.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:
- Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees and more.
- Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.
- Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What were looking for
- Critical thinking skills decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work in a stressful environment.
- Organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to prioritize work based upon patient/department needs.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment including but not limited to computer copier telephone fax scanner.
- Computer experience required
- Prior scheduling experience in a healthcare environment is strongly preferred.
- Medical terminology billing and/or collection experience preferred.
More about Conemaugh Physicians Group
The medical group at Conemaugh Physicians Group is a team of established professionals at different practices in Johnstown and the surrounding area. The group has grown significantly in the past several years and continues to expand to meet local healthcare needs. Each practice is proud to offer top quality comprehensive health care in a compassionate environment - close to home. We are committed to getting to know each patient as an individual to create a partnership in care designed around your specific needs.
EEOC Statement
Conemaugh Physicians Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Conemaugh Physicians Group is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Key Skills
- Employee Orientation
- Operational Risk Management
- Primavera
- Computer Skills
- Primavera P6
- Medical office experience
- Medical Terminology
- Schedule Management
- Production Planning
- Microsoft Project
- Medical Scheduling
- Phone Etiquette
About Company
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