Scheduler - Digestive Healthcare
About The Position
The Scheduler is responsible for arranging patient appointments for outpatient and inpatient testing and specialty services. The role provides patients with test-preparation instructions, directions to the facility, and appointment dates and times, and verifies that the facility is approved by the patient’s insurance carrier. The Scheduler may maintain a log of outpatient tests and notify physicians when tests have not been scheduled. The position also involves documenting information using patient charts, forms, or practice management software as needed, and sending physicians their schedules for the next day or weekend by email or fax.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Working knowledge of medical terminology, third-party billing, and referral procedures.
- Two years of previous healthcare experience.
Responsibilities
- Schedule patient appointments for outpatient and inpatient testing and specialty appointments.
- Provide patients with test-preparation instructions, facility directions, and appointment dates and times.
- Ensure the facility is approved by the patient’s insurance carrier.
- Maintain a log of outpatient tests, as needed.
- Inform physicians when tests have not been scheduled.
- Document information using patient charts, forms, or practice management software as needed.
- Send physicians schedules for the next day or weekend by email and/or fax.
Benefits
- Flexible benefits, including compensation and programs to support employees’ families, finances, and personal well-being.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
