Centralized Scheduler - Radiology

Prime Healthcare; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Healthcare Saint Francis Hospital in Evanston, IL is seeking a Centralized Scheduler for the Medical Imaging department. This full-time role runs days, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in Evanston, IL.

You will schedule and register patients for imaging tests and procedures, ensure accurate demographics and insurance authorizations, and coordinate with departments to arrange necessary materials and services. Proactive communication and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• Knowledge of multiple insurance authorization requirements.
• 1–2 years hospital experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and meet timelines.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Customer service experience required.
• Strong clerical and computer skills.
• Facility needs: Spanish/English bilingual; Epic/EMR experience.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and register patients for tests/procedures in Medical Imaging.
• Ensure accurate patient demographics, insurance information and authorizations.
• Coordinate with departments and notify teams of necessary services, equipment, and supplies.

Skills

Spanish/English bilingual

Communication skills

Customer service

Analytical thinking

Multitasking

Computer skills

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Epic/EMR

Job description

Overview

Department: Medical Imaging

Schedule:Full Time Days, Mon Fri 7a-3:30p

Facility:Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital

Location:Evanston, IL

Responsibilities

The centralized scheduler is directly accountable to the Medical Imaging Leadership. The Centralized Scheduler routinely schedules and registers patients for tests/procedure cases where services occur as a scheduled event. This may include any medical imaging modality. Coordinates with departments as necessary. Ensures that accurate, complete and thorough patient demographics are entered into the computer system, including insurance and authorizations if applicable. Notifies departments as necessary of various services that may require, equipment, instrumentation and supplies from outside vendors for scheduled procedures.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. High School Graduate or GED Equivalent required.

2. Knowledge of multiple insurance authorization requirements.

3. 1-2 years previous experience in a hospital environment preferred.

4. Knowledge of medical terminology.

5. Effective written and verbal communication skills.

6. Ability to multi-task, prioritize needs to meet required timelines.

7. Analytical and problem-solving skills.

8. Customer Services experience required.9. Strong clerical and computer skills.

Facility Specific Needs:

• Bilingual in Spanish/English
• Epic/EMR experience

Pay Transparency

Saint Francis Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $16.00 to $23.17. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf