Scheduler

Palms-Home-Care; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Palms-Home-Care in Lakeland, FL is seeking a detail-oriented scheduler to coordinate and maintain patient schedules across nursing, PTs and OTs, ensuring timely delivery of home health services.

The ideal candidate will have strong medical terminology knowledge, experience with EMR systems such as Kinnser or Welsky, excellent communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while protecting patient privacy.

Qualifications

• Experience as a scheduler, preferably in home health.
• Proficiency with EMR systems (Kinnser/Welsky).
• Strong clerical and data entry accuracy.
• Excellent communication with patients and healthcare professionals.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Calm under last-minute cancellations and staffing emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage schedules for clinicians such as nurses, PTs and OTs.
• Ensure all visits are scheduled according to the physician's Plan of Care and monitor for missed or late visits.
• Perform insurance verification to ensure coverage and eligibility for services.
• Maintain accurate health information management records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Provide outstanding patient service by addressing inquiries and resolving scheduling conflicts promptly.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure seamless communication regarding patient needs and schedules.
• Ensure adherence to HIPAA and agency policies.

Skills

Scheduling

EMR software

Data entry

Communication

HIPAA compliance

Tools

Kinnser EMR

Welsky EMR

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized scheduler to join our dynamic home health agency. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in coordinating and maintaining patient schedules to ensure timely and efficient delivery of home health services. This position requires a strong understanding of medical terminology, handling schedule changes and proficiency in various scheduling systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage schedules for clinicians such as nurses, PTs and OTs.
• Ensure all visits are scheduled according to the physician's Plan of Care and monitor for missed or late visits.
• Perform insurance verification to ensure coverage and eligibility for services.
• Maintain accurate health information management records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Provide outstanding patient service by addressing inquiries and resolving scheduling conflicts promptly.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure seamless communication regarding patient needs and schedules.
• Ensure adherence to HIPAA and agency policies.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a scheduler, preferably in a home health setting.
• Experience with EMRs such as Kinnser/Welsky.
• Strong clerical skills with attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients and healthcare professionals.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
• Ability to handle last-minute cancellations and staffing emergencies with composure.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

If you are passionate about healthcare coordination and possess the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply for this vital role within our organization.

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