Central Scheduler

Upson Regional Medical Center; Thomaston (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Upson Regional Medical Center in Thomaston, GA seeks a Central Scheduler to manage scheduling for tests by receiving calls from physician offices and entering data to create appointments.

The role includes securing pre-certification information, medical necessity, and insurance verification before patient arrival, with cross-training to assist the pre-registrar and coordinate between patient, physician, and clinical staff.

Qualifications

• Customer service and clerical tasks are part of the role.

Responsibilities

• Receive calls from physicians' offices and input information to schedule tests.
• Gather information for pre-certification, medical necessity, and insurance verification prior to patient arrival.
• Cross-train with the pre-registrar and coordinate procedures among patient, physician, and clinical department.
• Provide customer service and clerical support for the department.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

Central Scheduler

Upson Regional Medical Center Thomaston, Georgia, United States

About this position

Central Scheduler

Upson Regional Medical Center is a small hospital with a BIG heart! Our employees enjoy an environment where they can take care of patients with a high degree of quality and compassion. Patients get to experience top-notch healthcare with modern technology and a team with a focus of excellence for every patient, every time.

• To receive calls from physicians' offices, enter appropriate information on the computer to obtain an appointment for the patient for test(s).
• To obtain necessary information so that pre-certification, medical necessity, and insurance verification can be obtained prior to patient arrival.
• To cross train with the pre-registrar and fill in. Coordinates procedures between the patient, physician, and the clinical department.
• Provides customer service and clerical support for the department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education: High School or Equivalent

Experience: 1 yr medical experience.