Sleep Assistant- CMH EEG/Sleep Lab

Overview Performs a variety of office support functions necessary to ensure the efficient and courteous operation of the Sleep Disorders Center. Manage all facets of the patient referral process. The scope of the referral process begins with receipt from the provider through to the communication with the patient. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, obtaining pre-certification or prior authorizations, scheduling sleep testing visit, completion of documentation with the electronic medical record (EMR) and communicating referral information to referring offices and to the patient. Qualifications Certifications : , Education : , Work Experience : Responsibilities Schedules / reschedules patient appointments, clarifying physician's orders when necessary. Assists in confirming insurance verification / prior-authorization requirements and patient financial responsibility. Reviews and verifies departmental referrals and orders for sleep testing & / or consults. Screens incoming calls appropriately, working closely with local leadership to expedite callers and requests for information. Performs basic office management functions and secretarial duties for Manager / Supervisor of department to maintain cohesiveness in day-to-day office functions and operations. Works autonomously and efficiently with minimal direction. Answers phones in accordance with customer service standards and directs calls to appropriate person Performs other duties as assigned or requested. Communicate with patients in a professional caring manner. Demonstrates proficiency in use of electronic medical records. Ensures accurate and timely responses to all referral requests. Follows all applicable department and practice policies and procedures Performs other related duties as assigned. Ensure complete and accurate registration, including patient demographic and current insurance information. Enters complete and accurate data into computer system regarding information on the patient, exam, physician and the like. Files and maintains physical files and supporting documentation. Maintains a good working relationship with referring physicians and specialist's office staff. Facilitating these doctors' offices with anything they need, including dealing with patients, or information needed from the facility. Accurately schedules appointments for a variety of exams. Adjusts schedule as necessary to accommodate emergent situations and / or cancellations. Discuss preparations with patient prior to exam. Works with clients / referral center on precertification, authorization and clinical documentation required by insurance companies to authorized sleep testing procedure. About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance - and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health. Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information : human.resources@carle.com. Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for this position is $16.98per hour - $27.51per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org / benefits.

Salary : $17 - $28