What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Access Scheduler II-Full-Time Mon-Fri 8a-4:30p-Emory Executive Park 12 position at Emory?
Description
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Acts as a first point of contact within the Scheduling Department for new and reoccurring patients & physician offices scheduling various outpatient/inpatient appointments across Emory Healthcare.
- Answer inbound calls in high volume call center environment.
- Greets callers in an enthusiastic manner providing exceptional customer service and positive attitude at all times.
- Enters all patient demographic, medical and financial information accurately into Cerner Millennium Scheduling system.
- Maintain basic understanding of insurance, pre-certification and referrals.
- Performs scheduling functions in accordance with policies and procedures.
- Responsible for the scheduling, rescheduling and cancellation of all advanced outpatient and procedures.
- These services include but not limited to: radiology, laboratory, cardiopulmonary, sleep center, rehab services, outpatient services, and dietitian services.
- Maintains a good working relationships with physician offices and fellow colleagues within the hospital.
- Ensures confidentiality of patient information.
- Communicate and coordinate with other work units and other hospital departments to facilitate accurate and complete registrations/scheduling.
- Remain current with outpatient procedure knowledge and provides clinical prep instructions to callers as needed.
- Provide timely responses to all inquiries (verbal / written) regarding patient accounts.
- This position also makes outbound calls to schedule patients and assists with the management of physician orders, in a variety of ways.
- Maintain acceptable productivity standards in high volume call center environment.
- Actively participates in process improvement by sharing thoughts and ideas in a constructive manner either orally or written form.
- 100% of work time spent on answering calls and scheduling appointments.
- Performs other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of Emory Healthcare.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum 2 years of medical office experience, scheduling environment or call center required.
- AS/BS degree in Business Administration, Healthcare or other related field required or 3 years medical office experience, scheduling environment or call center in lieu of degree.
- Demonstrated knowledge & proficiency of advanced scheduling duties and workflow.
- Quality scores within expected range as outlined.
- No performance or disciplinary issues.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium Max 25lbs): up to 25 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 25 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
