Scheduler

aoncology; Hot Springs (AR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesis Cancer and Blood Institute is seeking an organized coordinator to schedule PET/CT appointments per physician orders, referrals, and outside testing. You will serve as liaison between the PET/CT Unit and Clinics, ensuring that all pre- and post-scanning information is provided to patients.

Strong computer and telephone skills are required, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.

Qualifications

• Education: High school education required.
• Experience: Healthcare setting preferred; knowledge of insurance, ICD-9 and CPT coding helpful.
• Strong communication, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Schedule appointments per physician orders, referrals and for PET/CT services.
• Act as liaison between the PET/CT Unit and Clinics, ensuring pre/post scanning data reaches patients.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and strong phone skills.

Skills

Computer skills

Telephone skills

Communication

Time management

Independent work

Education

High school education

Job description

Location: Genesis Cancer and Blood Institute Pay Range:

$16.91 - $28.20

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Schedule all appointments according to physician orders, outside testing, referrals and for PET/CT radiology services.
• Act as liaison between the PET/CT Unit and our Clinics to ensure that all pertinent pre and post scanning data/information has been given to patients.
• Strong computer and telephone skills needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education High school education required.

Previous Experience Experience in the healthcare field, preferably in a clinical setting; procedure entry with experience in insurance requirements, medical terminology and ICD9 and CPT coding; excellent communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to work independently.

Core Capabilities

• Analysis & Critical Thinking: Critical thinking skills including solid problem solving, analysis, decision-making, planning, time management and organizational skills. Must be detailed oriented with the ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Interpersonal Effectiveness: Developed interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, conflict management, delegation skills, and diversity awareness. Ability to work effectively with sensitive and confidential material and sometimes emotionally charged matters.
• Communication Skills: Good command of the English language. Second language is an asset but not required. Effective communication skills (oral, written, presentation), is an active listener, and effectively provides balanced feedback.
• Customer Service & Organizational Awareness: Strong customer focus. Ability to build an engaging culture of quality, performance effectiveness and operational excellence through best practices, strong business and political acumen, collaboration, and partnerships, as well as a positive employee, physician, and community relations.
• Self-Management: Effectively manages own time, conflicting priorities, self, stress, and professional development. Self-motivated and self-starter with ability work independently with limited supervision. Ability to work remotely effectively as required.
• Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment with demonstrated ability to juggle competing priorities and demands from a variety of stakeholders and sites.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in MS Office Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook required.

Travel : Less than 25%

Standard Core Workdays/Hours : Monday to Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.