What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scheduler - Outpatient Rehab - Fairfield Hospital position at Mercy Health BSMH?
The scheduler reports to the department Site supervisor and is responsible for front office functions for the OP Rehab locations. Tasks include all patient scheduling, Pre-Service insurance verification, authorization and Medicare cap tracking as well as POS collections and customer service. Responsible for scheduling a wide variety of Rehab patients in a computer-based scheduling system. Responsible for patient charge reconciliation ensuring accuracy for continued revenue stream. Performs clerical support for the therapy department, including organization and sanitation of the waiting room and front office patient facing space.
Essential Job Functions
- Incorporates all factors to accurately enact scheduling of rehab services, utilizing EMR/Epic
- Monitors departments WQ and contacts all referred patients within 24-48hrs of entry within the WQ. Able to provide cross market WQ support for other Rehab departments
- Checks Rehab schedule daily to ensure all charges are accounted for per patient /department
- Gathers and summarizes various statistics and reports by use of the computer as directed from site supervisor
- Possesses strong communication skills (telephone and in-person) Functions as center of communication for the therapy department. Responds to patient messages within 24hrs
- Responds to other departments inquiries regarding, help with verification, authorization, scheduling and billing as needed through the preservice center
- Ensure the patient charges are complete and accurate by verifying through charge reconciliation process through EMR/Epic
- Maintains departments schedule for all therapist and ensures accuracy and accountability for cancelations
- Possesses strong customer service skills and is able to remain calm in a hectic and stressful environment.
- Responsible for collecting all POS and maintaining a cash drawer
- Keep track of Medicare dollars needed for departmental tracking and compliance
- Maintains front office organization and cleanliness
- Performs other tasks as delegated by site supervisor and or market leaders
- This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Employment Qualifications
Required Minimum Education:
High School Diploma or GED
Preferred Education:
2 Year/ Associates Degree
Specialty/Major: Health Care centered
Minimum Years and Type of Experience:
1 year
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Formal secretarial and computer training required
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:
Experience in Medical Terminology required
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
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