Centralized Scheduler

Cahcare; Carlinville (IL); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cahcare is seeking a Centralized Scheduler to handle pre-certifications and scheduling for hospital services. The role requires processing insurance authorizations, patient pre-registrations, and Medicare policy verifications to minimize denials. Strong computer skills and customer service are essential.

The position is full-time, dayshift, 40 hours per week, and located in the Admitting department. Education includes a high school diploma or GED, with 1–3 months related experience or an

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; 1–3 months related experience or equivalent mix of education and experience.
• Must be able to learn and use various software programs and systems.
• Strong customer service orientation with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Handle pre-certifications and scheduling of hospital services.
• Obtain insurance authorizations for patient services.
• Perform patient pre-registrations.
• Verify diagnosis and testing orders meet Medicare Coverage Policy prior to scheduling.

Skills

Customer service

Computer skills

Software literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

The Centralized Scheduler is responsible for the pre-certifications and scheduling of hospital services for patients when physician's orders are internal, telephoned, faxed or brought in by the patient.

Other duties include but are not limited to:

• obtaining insurance authorizations
• patient pre-registrations
• verifying that the diagnosis provided and testing orders meets Medicare Coverage Policy prior to scheduling in an effort to reduce denials by Medicare
• performs all duties in compliance with the applicable laws and regulations and within the CAH&C Compliance Program.

Status: Full-Time, 40 hours per week, Non-Exempt, Days

Education Requirements:High School Diploma or GED; one to three months related experience; and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Market Range:$16.00 - $26.00 / Hour

Competencies and Skills: Customer Service oriented, computer skills, ability to learn various software programs.

Department: Admitting
Category:Clinical Support