What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Scheduler, Fairdale Family Medicine, UofL Health, First shift position at UofL Hospital?
Overview
JOB SUMMARY
The Medical Scheduler is an individual who assists the staff and physician by scheduling patients for appropriate follow-up appointments and necessary tests and procedures. The Scheduler functions as a member of the healthcare team with responsibilities that commensurate with educational preparation and demonstrated competencies. Direct patient interaction is provided to patients of all ages.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The following is a summary of the major functions of this individual's job. He or she may perform other duties, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below, and specific functions may change from time to time.
- Schedule follow-up / return visits to our office for patients.
- Obtain appropriate pre-certification and pre-authorizations, as needed.
- Schedule medical tests and procedures for patients (i.e., interventional invasive cardiology procedures, electrophysiology, etc.).
- Discuss patient instructions for procedures with patients so they have a clear understanding of what is expected.
- Call patients to schedule procedures and provide instructions over the phone, along with a follow-up letter with instructions.
- Use Allscripts, Centricity Business, and online paging systems. Retrieve information from other hospital systems.
- Maintain confidentiality of all matters concerning patients according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Exhibit friendly and helpful behavior.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
WORKING CONDITIONS
The right candidates for this position must be dependable, professional, and a team player. Seeking energetic and motivated candidates.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
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