Appointment Coordinator

Duke Careers • Durham, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of the four Duke Health hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

Requirements

• Work requires knowledge of basic grammar and mathematical principles normally acquired through high school education
• Minimum of one year of work experience in directly communicating and providing service to patients or public; preferably in a healthcare related field.
• Experience in effectively coordinating multiple tasks or activities.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Basic PC and data entry skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and telephone etiquette.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work, provide oral and written instructions, interact tactfully with customers and establish and maintain effective relationships with others.
• Must be able to apply specific departmental policies rules and regulations relating to verifying patient information, collecting payments and maintaining records and forms

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform a variety of duties associated with appointment scheduling for clinic visits, studies and procedures.
• Typically serves as the first point at which a patient is registered into Duke Health System.
• Review and coordinate appointment requests, determine appropriate services, physician and appropriateness of setting.
• Identify correct patient in Maestro Care, verify patient demographic and insurance data.
• Notify patients of co-payment requirements and outstanding balances.
• Coordinate labs and procedures in accordance with physician preferences.
• Notify patients of testing date, time and location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED