Scheduling Coordinator - CV Lab - Full-Time

Mercy Cedar Rapids•Baltimore, MD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by performing coordination activities related to patient scheduling and performing tasks and support functions under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The Cardiovascular department utilizes computer systems to run requested reports for physicians, administration and quality initiatives. The role involves ordering stock and non-stock supplies, assisting in monitoring KanBan inventory management, stocking rooms, reviewing and updating procedural schedules daily, responding to real/potential problems related to procedural schedules, referring conflicts and procedural questions to the Manager or Supervisor, entering call personnel in the “Person On Call” computer program, and assisting with preparing and publishing staff schedules. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

Requirements

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Two years of health care and/or secretarial experience preferred
Strong computer skills required
Ability to work in close proximity to others
Manages anger/fear/hostility

Nice To Haves

Medical Assisting Diploma, Associate of Applied Science Degree preferred
Medical Terminology strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Receives and handles telephone communications accurately and timely
Coordinates scheduling patients
Completes data entry from procedural records in an accurate and timely fashion
Implements changes and assists with revisions on patient orders and requests
Organizes and prioritizes daily work effectively
Receives and directs visitors within the department as indicated
Navigates the electronic medical record efficiently, orders procedures and locates documentation as necessary
Promotes a positive and professional image, collaborates with healthcare team including physicians, nurses and discharge planners
Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries
Utilizes computer systems to run requested reports for physicians, administration and quality initiatives
Order stock and non-stock supplies for the department
Assists in monitoring KanBan inventory management for department
Stocking rooms
Reviews and updates procedural schedules daily
Responds to real/potential problems based on urgency related to procedural schedule
Refers conflicts and procedural questions to the Manager or Supervisor
Enters call personnel in “Person On Call” computer program
Assists with preparing and publishing staff schedule