What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scheduling Specialist; 0.7 FTE; Day Shift position at Meriter-UnityPoint health?
14524BRDepartment Name : HSP Central Scheduling Location : Meriter Business Center Job Description : The Scheduling Specialist will coordinate the scheduling, referral management, registration, prior authorization, and insurance verification processes for patients entering the UnityPoint Health – Meriter system via the Central Scheduling Department. They will identify and handle customer needs, providing exceptional customer service in a timely and efficient manner while working in a remote team environment. They will screen and update established patient information for accuracy, and schedule procedures according to procedure description. They will work closely with clinical department staff to schedule procedures based on departmental scheduling protocols. This position is fast paced and requires the ability to multi-task with attention to detail.
This position is primarily remote but will require 6-8 weeks of in-person orientation at the Meriter Business Center, 2650 Novation Parkway, Madison WI
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Qualifications Include :
High School Diploma or equivalent
One or more years of experience in a customer service role, preferably in a healthcare setting
Proficiency with keyboarding
Exceptional attention to detail
Exceptional verbal communication skills
Knowledge of insurance terminology and verification using various websites / software
Knowledge of medical terminology
Knowledge of scheduling and registration requirements
Knowledge of general MS office systems including Outlook, Word and Excel
EEO / M / F / D / VAuto req ID : 14524BRWeekends : NoZip Code : 53713Compensation : $18.32 Job Title : Scheduling Specialist; 0.7 FTE; Day ShiftSite Address : 2650 Novation ParkwayWork Schedule : Mon 9a-5 : 30p, Tue-Thu 1 : 30p-5 : 30p, Fri 8 : 30a-5p.Hours Per Week : 28Status : Benefit Eligible City : MadisonFTE : 0.7
Salary : $18
