Front Desk Radiology Scheduler Float (Hiring Immediately)

Opportunities with Optum in the Tri-State region (formerly CareMount Medical, ProHEALTH New York and Riverside Medical Group). Come make a difference in the lives of people who turn to us for care at one of our hundreds of locations across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Work with state-of-the-art technology and brilliant co-workers who share your passion for helping people feel their best. Join a dynamic health care organization and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Optum Radiology, part of Optum,

has an immediate opening for a friendly, patient focused and detailed oriented Front Desk

Radiology Scheduler Float

to join our team. The Front Desk Radiology Scheduler Float

is responsible for the completion of set processes and protocols. Works cooperatively with all members of the care team to support the vision and mission of the organization, deliver excellent customer service and adhere to Lean processes. Supports the teams in meeting financial, clinical and service goals.

Schedule

Monday through Friday a 40-hour work week to be determined by the supervisor between the hours of 6 : 00 am to 8 : 00 pm.

Rotating Saturdays between the hours of 8 : 00 am to 3 : 00 pm.

Location :

90 South Bedford, Mount Kisco, NY 10549, 185 Route 312 Brewster, NY 10509,

664 Stoneleigh Ave, Carmel, NY 10512, 111 Bedford Road, Katonah, NY 10536, 1978 Crompond Road, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567, 3680 Hill Blvd, Jefferson Valley, NY 10535, 34 South Bedford Road, Mount Kisco, NY 10549, 355 Kear Street, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598

Primary Responsibilities :

Obtain accurate and updated patient information, such as name, address, insurance information

Perform insurance verification on the date of service

Scheduling radiology procedures in an organized and efficient manner

Knowledge of medical terminology and radiology procedures and requirements

File, Fax and maintain medical records

Checking in patients

Confirms and schedule appointments

Answering incoming and outgoing telephone calls promptly and courteously,

Perform referral documentation promptly

Performs certain follow-up services for patients in a prompt and courteous manner, such as scheduling specialist appointments, scheduling follow-up appointments and obtaining copies lab results or specialist reports

Adhere to the standards identified via Sparq regarding Optum Employee Policies

Work cohesively with fellow employees to achieve specific team goals

Follow the Payment Security policy and procedures according to Optum Medical guidelines

Keep abreast on current medical requirements relevant to their position, which includes maintaining patient confidentiality and abiding by all HIPAA and OSHA requirements

Comfortable working in high pace environment

Participate in planning, coordinating, and implementing care in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team in accordance with the Plan of Care

Assure the continuity of care through scheduling and tracking systems

Provide effective communication to patient / family team members and other health care professionals as evidenced by documentation, case conferences, communication notes, and evaluations

Comply with administrative policies to ensure quality of care

Demonstrate precision and efficiency in scanning documents and monitoring the fax server, retrieving and / or scanning documents and assigning to the appropriate electronic chart

All employees are expected to keep abreast on current medical requirements relevant to their position, which includes maintaining patient confidentiality and abiding by all HIPAA and OSHA requirements

Cross-train and help in other locations if needed

Performs other duties as assigned

What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include :

Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays

Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account

Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage

401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)

More information can be downloaded at :

http : / / uhg.hr / uhgbenefits

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications :

High

School Diploma / GED (or higher)

1+ years of customer service or healthcare related experience

• Intermediate level of computer proficiency (multi-tasking through multiple applications including Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word)

Ability to travel 100% to the offices below and have reliable transportation

Ability to work a fluctuating schedule from 6 : 00 am to 8 : 00pm and rotating Saturdays

Ability to travel to office locations :

90 South Bedford, Mount Kisco, NY 10549

185 Route 312 Brewster, NY 10509

664 Stoneleigh Ave, Carmel, NY 10512

111 Bedford Road, Katonah, NY 10536

1978 Crompond Road, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567

3680 Hill Blvd, Jefferson Valley, NY 10535

34 South Bedford Road, Mount Kisco, NY 10549

355 Kear Street, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598

Preferred Qualifications :

1+ years of

experience working in a medical office position performing duties such as scheduling appointments, checking patients in / out, insurance verification, collecting co-pays, and maintaining medical records

Experience working with an electronic health record (EPIC)

Experience working with scheduling programs

Knowledge of Medical terms

Knowledge of Radiology

Soft Skills :

Ability to work independently and maintain good judgment and accountability

Demonstrated ability to work well with health care providers

Strong organizational and time management skills

Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks to meet all deadlines

Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to speak clearly and concisely, conveying information in a manner that others can understand, as well as ability to understand and interpret information from others

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll fi