PT Medical Test Scheduler
About The Position
Schedules tests for the patient within the designated 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 the patient’s financial obligation for services. Call patients to schedule tests within the required time as designated by policies and procedures. Provides ongoing communication with patients regarding pre-certification, authorization, financial counseling, and scheduling process. 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 include referrals plus and coded notes. Accurately updates patient information in the practice management system and EMR as well as any changes or additions to the schedule. Performs all required documentation of work completed. Accurately updates patient information in the practice management system and EMR as well as any changes or additions to the schedule. Performs all required documentation of work completed. Initiate authorization for the test within the required time as designated by policies and procedures. About us: The Center for Orthopedic Research and Education , We don't mean to brag but did you know The CORE Institute has been ranked by Ranking Arizona: The Best of Arizona Businesses!? #1 for Orthopedic Practices #1 for Healthiest Healthcare Employers #3 for Best Healthcare Workplace Culture Winner in Best Places to Work
Requirements
- 1-2 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.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of insurance plans
Responsibilities
- Schedules tests for the patient within the designated 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 the patient’s financial obligation for services.
- Call patients to schedule tests within the required time as designated by policies and procedures.
- Provides ongoing communication with patients regarding pre-certification, authorization, financial counseling, and scheduling process.
- 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 include referrals plus and coded notes.
- Accurately updates patient information in the practice management system and EMR as well as any changes or additions to the schedule.
- Performs all required documentation of work completed.
- Initiate authorization for the test within the required time as designated by policies and procedures.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
