What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgery Scheduler Part Time position at Hughston?
POSITION GOAL
Schedules diagnostic tests/surgeries in a timely manner, calls for referrals, and ensures that patients have the necessary information and orders prior to scheduled test.
Position Responsibilities
Experience: One year of experience in medical office setting required. Knowledge of medical insurance, medical terminology, and computer skills.
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Special Qualifications
Schedules diagnostic tests/surgeries in a timely manner, calls for referrals, and ensures that patients have the necessary information and orders prior to scheduled test.
Position Responsibilities
- Schedule diagnostic tests and surgeries as needed.
- Process outgoing referrals.
- Ensure patients have the necessary test/surgery appointment information to include location, date, and time.
- Schedule follow up appointments.
- Collaborate with the necessary departments when an urgent request arises, to include assisting with pre-certification (when needed)
- Route charts and films for tests and surgeries per the physician’s protocol
- Obtain authorizations for surgeries and in-office procedures.
- Coordinate and schedule incoming referrals per physicians’ appointment protocol.
Experience: One year of experience in medical office setting required. Knowledge of medical insurance, medical terminology, and computer skills.
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Special Qualifications
- Must be able to work independently and have working knowledge of HIPAA.
- Must be able to effectively multi task.
- Must be able to demonstrate effective communication during performance of daily duties.
