What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scheduling Specialist LPN position at Choctaw Nation?
This is a full-time position working M-F, 8am-4:30pm. Weekly earned wages are an option for this position.
Job Purpose or Objective(s): As the Scheduling Specialist LPN, you will schedule and pre-register patients for exams and procedures and ensure that alternate resources have been assessed and that the patient meets the guidelines for Choctaw Referred Care. You will report to the Manager.
Primary Tasks:
1. Procure health services from private providers through written contracts and agreements within established policies and procedures.
2. Negotiate and award purchases of health services within delegated monetary authority parameters.
3. Provide initial and follow-up assistance for hospital admission in outside hospitals through contract providers.
4. Notify Case Manager of potential long-term admissions; follow up on cases involving alternate third-party resources.
5. Provide direct assistance to patients concerning denials of payment for health care services or other matters related to Choctaw Referred Care.
6. Schedule appointments for patients and make travel arrangements.
7. Schedule and obtain prior authorization for patient appointments at outside providers per order of referring physician ensuring appropriate specialty is utilized.
8. Perform preliminary review of CRC referrals and requests.
9. Confirm patient eligibility regarding Indian Descent and residency requirements per Choctaw Referred Care guidelines.
10. Perform other responsibilities as may be assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma GED
- Current LPN licensure with the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing
- Understanding of HIPAA regulations, Joint Commission and Choctaw Nation Health Services (CNHSA) policies and procedures
- Two [2] years of experience
The Choctaw Nation is the third-largest Indian nation in the United States, with over 200,000 tribal members and more than 11,000 employees. The first tribe over the Trail of Tears, historic boundaries are in the southeast corner of Oklahoma. The Choctaw Nation's vision, "Living out the Chahta Spirit of faith, family and culture," is evident as it continues to focus on providing opportunities for growth and prosperity.
BenefitsFree gym membership
Free access to employee health clinic
Free lunch for casino & resort associates
Earned wages access once per week for hourly Associates
Pet insurance
Paid vacation / sick time
Medical / Dental / Vision
401(K) with company match
College tuition reimbursement
Short-term disability, long-term disability, and family leave
Employee assistance program
Employee prescription program
CNO Paid Life Insurance
Teladoc
On Site Dental Clinics (Jet Dental)
On Site Mammogram Services
Free diabetes and hypertension monitoring benefit (Livongo)
Accolade- Concierge Benefits Program
Wellness Program that equals savings on health insurance cost (Virgin Pulse)
Maternity Care Program
(Benefits provided by the Choctaw Nation are based on employment classification)
CNO was selected as a winner in both HRDUS' and Forbes' 2022 "Employer of Choice" competitions:Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma received recognition as one of six Best Places to Work in the United States as selected by HRDUS
Choctaw Casinos & Resorts received recognition from Forbes as a Best Employer for Diversity in the Travel & Leisure category.
Forbes also recognized the Choctaw Casino and Resorts as one of America's Best Employers for New Graduates .
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