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Centralized Scheduler
Centralized SchedulerOpelousas General Health System • Opelousas, LA, US
Centralized Scheduler

Centralized Scheduler

Opelousas General Health System • Opelousas, LA, US
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

This position is responsible to operate a well-organized, courteous, and efficient centralized scheduling department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Manages a multi-line phone with high volume of incoming calls while maintaining a calm, professional tone.
  • Coordinates schedule and insurance verification responsibilities based on patient / physician request, availability of appointment times and required pre-procedure preparation.
  • Provides accurate information on patient preparation requirements and any special instructions to assure minimal inconvenience to the patient.
  • Procures all necessary information to allow pre-registration of the patient, insurance verification, and pre-authorization for procedures.
  • Enters scheduling data and information into the system.
  • Manages / coordinates multiple scheduling books accurately with all necessary information.

Education : High School Diploma / GED required.

Experience required : Scheduling, Computer Skills, Phone etiquette

Additional Experience Preferred

  • Must have knowledge of medical terminology as it relates to all outpatient procedures and diagnostic imaging procedures.
  • Must have effective interpersonal patient contact and outstanding communication skills.
  • Must have good computer skills – able to type 50 wpm or more.
  • Must have a good working knowledge of hospital scheduling procedures.
  • Must have a working knowledge and understanding of coding, insurance verification, and / or pre-authorizations.
  • (demonstrated through experience)
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