PT Test Scheduler

Healthcare Outcomes Performance Company

Job Location:

Phoenix, NM - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Schedules tests for the patient within the practice management program or at outside facilities based on insurance patient preference physician preference and or location.
Gathers pertinent information from insurance carriers physicians and patient charts to make certain of appropriate matching to contracted service providers.
Call patients to schedule tests within the required time as designated by policies and procedures.
Provides ongoing follow-up until successful execution of referral.
Responds to patient questions and complaints as required resolving problems and maintaining high patient satisfaction levels.
Communicates clinical instructions needed for appointments/procedures.
Input required data to GE practice management to include administrative comments and coded notes.
Accurately updates patient information in the practice management system and EMR as well as any changes or additions to the schedule and performs all required documentation of work completed.
Effectively understands and proactively manages and schedules providers with front office personnel.
Schedule appointments in the timeframe that allows for appropriate follow-up and execution of authorization as designated by policies and procedures.

EDUCATION

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge preferred.

EXPERIENCE

0-2 years of test scheduling experience or related experience.
Must be able to communicate effectively with physicians patients and the public and be capable of establishing good working relationships with both internal and external customers.

REQUIREMENTS

Able to complete and manage per department metrics.
Ensure 100% of required certifications and authorizations have been obtained.

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of insurance plans.
Knowledge of computer systems.
Knowledge of grammar spelling and punctuation to type patient information.

SKILLS

Skill in customer service and an understanding of The code of conduct and culture.
Skill in communicating effectively with physicians clinical staff hospital staff and the public.
Skill in establishing good working relationships with both internal and external customers.

ABILITIES

Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
Ability to communicate with upset and frustrated patients.
Ability to obtain patient history and medical history.
Ability to work on multiple projects and prioritize tasks. Ability to meet time-sensitive goals.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal office environment.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS

Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment.
Some bending and stretching are required.
Manual dexterity using a computer keyboard phone and scanner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSSchedules tests for the patient within the practice management program or at outside facilities based on insurance patient preference physician preference and or location.Gathers pertinent information from insurance carriers physicians and patient charts to make certain of appropr...