Central Scheduling Specialist: Patient Access & Coding

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Hospital Services Inc. in Texas seeks a Central Scheduling Coordinator to support outpatient ancillary and surgical departments within the TX/OK Region.

The role requires knowledge of computer software, coding, and efficient communication with ancillary departments, patients, and physician offices, handling a high volume of calls to schedule services and register patients. Regular hours are Monday through Friday, with possible after-hours and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Two years of healthcare experience in scheduling or physician offices.
• Knowledge of ICD and CPT coding.
• Certified Medical Coder or minimum one year physician coding strongly preferred.
• Verbal ability is required to communicate effectively with other staff members and hospital personnel.
• Computer/Typing skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office. Able to create spreadsheets in Excel.
• Willingness to be cross trained to other areas
• Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate scheduling for outpatient ancillary/surgical departments.
• Handle a high volume of incoming calls to schedule services and register patients.
• Verify benefits for the TX/OK Region and coordinate with ancillary departments and physicians.

Skills

Healthcare experience

ICD/CPT knowledge

Certified Medical Coder

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Cross-training willingness

Compliance awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

Scheduling software

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Universal Hospital Services Inc. in Texas seeks a Central Scheduling Coordinator to support outpatient ancillary and surgical departments within the TX/OK Region.

The role requires knowledge of computer software, coding, and efficient communication with ancillary departments, patients, and physician offices, handling a high volume of calls to schedule services and register patients. Regular hours are Monday through Friday, with possible after-hours and weekend shifts.