What are the responsibilities and job description for the ONCOLOGY SCHEDULER - FULL TIME position at Toledo Clinic?
General Summary:
Schedules office, hospital, and/or surgical procedures for the physician(s)/department.
Works under the supervision of attending physician(s) and/or the Office Manager
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
Example of Essential Duties:
1) Schedules surgical procedures or lab work, x-rays, etc. at the clinic and/or hospitals.
2) Completes consent forms with the patient.
3) Completes surgery cards for billing purposes.
- Performs various clerical duties (phones, appointments, etc).
Other Essential Duties May Include (but are not limited to):
5) Gather charts for present surgery patients.
6) Compile and submit pre-certification information to appropriate personnel.
7) Types correspondences, memos, and letters.
8) Maintains the physician’s calendar up to date with surgeries and/or procedures and informs physician of any changes in the schedule.
9) Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Required:
- Previous surgery scheduling experience required or minimum of 2 years medical receptionist experience along with a medical terminology course
- Excellent organizational skills and patience
- Consistently arrives at work, in professional attire, on time and completes all tasks within established time frame.
- Seeks appropriate tasks when primary tasks are completed and assists co-workers as needed.
- Demonstrates adaptability to expanded roles.
- Adheres to all clinic policies and procedures.
Education:
- HS diploma or GED required.
Preferred:
- Medical terminology and medical insurance coursework helpful.
