Licensed Practical Nurse Scheduler (LPN)|Centralized Scheduler | MCK Centralized Scheduling

Avera Health; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Avera Health is seeking a Medical Scheduler to join their compassionate team in Sioux Falls, SD. This position involves coordinating outpatient diagnostic orders, maintaining data integrity, and supporting physician office staff. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this role offers an opportunity for career growth and a flexible work environment after initial training.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including free health insurance options

Paid Time Off front-loaded for eligible hires

Flexible remote work option after in-house orientation

Hands-on training and mentorship

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in hospital or medical office operations is acceptable.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with safety standards is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Respond to outpatient diagnostic orders and schedule tests.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with physician offices.
• Assist in ensuring data integrity within scheduling systems.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Visual acuity

Auditory skills

Education

Associate's Science in Medical Assisting

Job description

Employer Industry: Healthcare Services

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary up to $31.00 per hour
- Opportunity for career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship
- Flexible remote work option after 6-8 months of in-house orientation
- Comprehensive benefits including free health insurance options and PTO front-loaded for eligible hires
- Supportive work environment that promotes compassion and teamwork
- Commitment to the mission of Moving Health Forward for patients and the community

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Respond to outpatient diagnostic orders from physicians and schedule tests according to patient care protocols
- Obtain and log information from physician offices for accurate scheduling of tests and procedures
- Maintain cooperative relationships with physician office staff and hospital departments
- Assist in maintaining technology applications and ensure data integrity within the scheduling system
- Ensure medical necessity validation by reviewing physician orders and diagnoses

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Associate's Science in Medical Assisting from an accredited university/college or 3-5 years of experience in hospital or medical office operations
- Ability to work the specified hours and perform job functions satisfactorily
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with team members and healthcare professionals
- Visual acuity and auditory skills to perform essential job functions
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and compliance with safety standards

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- 4-6 years of experience in hospital, medical office, clinic, or admitting department operations

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