Physician Practice Scheduler Oncology Clinic Tucson
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Job Location:
Tucson, AZ - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
19 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Primary City/State:
Mesa ArizonaDepartment Name:
Banner Staffing Services-AZWork Shift:
DayJob Category:
Administrative ServicesYou have a place in the health care industry. Theres more to health care than IV bags and trauma rooms. We support all staff members as they find the path that is right for them. If youre looking to leverage your abilities you belong at Banner Health. Apply today.
Banner Staffing Services (BSS) offers Registry/Per Diem opportunities within Banner Health. Registry/Per Diem positions are utilized as needed within our facilities. These positions are great way to start your career with Banner Health. As a BSS team member you are eligible to apply (at any time) as an internal applicant to any regular opportunities within Banner Health. When working per Diem you must work at least 2 shifts a month.
As a valued and respected Banner Health team member you will enjoy:
Competitive wages
Paid orientation
Flexible Schedules (select positions)
Fewer Shifts Cancelled
Weekly pay
403(b) Pre-tax retirement
Employee Assistance Program
Employee wellness program
Discount Entertainment tickets
Restaurant/Shopping discounts
Auto Purchase Plan
Registry/Per Diem positions do not have guaranteed hours and no medical benefits package is offered. Completion of post-offer Occupational Health physical assessment drug screen and background check (includes: employment criminal and education) are required.
This position as a Physician Practice Scheduler will be responsible for assisting with front office tasks - checking in patients verifying insurance collecting payments.. addition this position may also assist our back office schedulers with medical records requests answering calls and scheduling appointments.
Location:
Main Location: 3838 N Campbell Ave Bldg.1 Tucson
might also be asked to support on occasion at 1891 W Orange Grove Rd. Tucson AZ 85704
Schedule:
Mon-Fri 7:30 - 4:00PM or 8:30 - 5:00PM
Potential for up to 40 hours per week
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is located in a medical clinic or physicians practice and coordinates the scheduling of appointments for physicians in the practice or surgical procedures diagnostic tests physical therapy pain management and other special tests as directed by physicians. This position is also responsible for obtaining necessary authorizations pre-certifications and/or referrals.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Provides customer service for patients families hospital scheduling departments and other physicians offices. Acts as a resource to resolve room availability conflicts.
2. Receives physicians orders and completes patient registration. Obtains necessary authorizations pre-certifications and/or referrals. Works closely with the billing department to ensure accurate coding for all charges.
3. Schedules and re-schedules patients as necessary. Confirms patients appointments for the following days and informs patients of physicians orders or special instructions prior to appointment or procedure.
4. Answers incoming calls which may include screening calls taking messages and providing information to patients physicians providers hospitals and staff. Documents correspondence in the patients medical record. Updates demographic and insurance information in the practice management system.
5. Assists physicians in examination room when required. Assists front office in answering phones scheduling appointments taking messages prescription refills locating information and other related duties when necessary.
6. May have supervisory accountability and/or provide direction to support staff.
7. This position has the responsibility of assuring efficient scheduling and workflow of the operation while maintaining outstanding customer relations. Interacts with patients physicians third party payers vendors registration and central scheduling staff medical records billing and clinical staff.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
The position requires skills normally gained with 2 years of scheduling experience in a physicians office or hospital. Medical terminology may be required for some assignments. Must possess excellent communication organizational and problem-solving skills.
Must be proficient with commonly used office software and have the ability to use software typically used for medical practice management and scheduling.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of ICD-9 CPT and HCPCS coding is strongly preferred. Sound working knowledge of various types of insurance plans and/or workers compensation preferred. Bi-lingual in Spanish may be preferred for some assignments.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO Statement:
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
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Required Experience:
IC
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
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