Patient Access Scheduler One

Emory Healthcare•Johns Creek, GA

About The Position

JOB DESCRIPTION: Acts as a first point of contact within the Scheduling Department for new and reoccurring patients & physician offices scheduling various outpatient/inpatient appointments across Emory Healthcare. Answer inbound calls in high volume call center environment. Greets callers in an enthusiastic manner providing exceptional customer service and positive attitude at all times. Enters all patient demographic, medical and financial information accurately into Cerner Millennium Scheduling system. Maintain basic understanding of insurance, pre-certification and referrals. Performs scheduling functions in accordance with policies and procedures. Responsible for the scheduling, rescheduling and cancellation of all outpatient and procedures These services include but not limited to: radiology, laboratory, cardiopulmonary, sleep center, rehab services, outpatient services, and dietitian services.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required.
Minimum 1 year of medical office experience, scheduling environment or call center required.
One year customer service experience.
Strong verbal/written communication and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

AS/BS degree in Business Administration, Healthcare or other related field preferred.
Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

Acts as a first point of contact within the Scheduling Department for new and reoccurring patients & physician offices scheduling various outpatient/inpatient appointments across Emory Healthcare.
Answer inbound calls in high volume call center environment.
Greets callers in an enthusiastic manner providing exceptional customer service and positive attitude at all times.
Enters all patient demographic, medical and financial information accurately into Cerner Millennium Scheduling system.
Maintain basic understanding of insurance, pre-certification and referrals.
Performs scheduling functions in accordance with policies and procedures.
Responsible for the scheduling, rescheduling and cancellation of all outpatient and procedures These services include but not limited to: radiology, laboratory, cardiopulmonary, sleep center, rehab services, outpatient services, and dietitian services.