Patient Scheduler - Multi-Specialty Care & Tests

uoflhealth; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UofL Health in Louisville, KY is seeking a Medical Scheduler to assist staff and physicians by scheduling patients for follow-up appointments and necessary tests. You will be a member of the healthcare team with responsibilities that match your training, and you will provide direct patient interaction for patients of all ages.

Key duties include scheduling follow-ups, obtaining pre-certifications, and coordinating tests and procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Two years of scheduling in a multi specialty clinic is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedule follow up/return visits to our office for patients.
• Obtain appropriate pre-certification and pre-authorizations, as needed.
• Schedule medical tests and procedures for patients.
• Discuss patient instructions for procedures with patient so patient has clear understanding of what is expected.
• Calls patients to schedule procedures and give instructions over phone with follow-up letter with instructions.
• Use Allscripts, Centricity Business, online paging systems. Retrieve information from other hospital systems.
• Holds in confidence all matters concerning patients according to HIPAA guidelines.
• Exhibits friendly and helpful behavior.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Scheduling

HIPAA compliance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Allscripts

Centricity Business

Online paging systems

Job description

UofL Health in Louisville, KY is seeking a Medical Scheduler to assist staff and physicians by scheduling patients for follow-up appointments and necessary tests. You will be a member of the healthcare team with responsibilities that match your training, and you will provide direct patient interaction for patients of all ages.

Key duties include scheduling follow-ups, obtaining pre-certifications, and coordinating tests and procedures.