Scheduler

900 Emory Healthcare; United States; Presencial; USD 40.000 - 65.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Emory Healthcare is seeking a Scheduling Coordinator to support Houston Surgical Associates in the United States. The role involves coordinating patient scheduling for procedures, verifying codes with physicians, and managing pre-authorizations and post-operative tasks.

You will liaise with the OR, hospital departments, and patients to ensure seamless care delivery. This on-site position requires strong communication, EMR proficiency, and a collaborative approach with surgical teams.

Qualificações

• Proven ability to schedule complex procedures.
• Experience coordinating with physicians and hospital teams.
• Familiarity with CPT/Diagnosis codes and insurance processes.

Responsabilidades

• Schedules appointments for Houston Surgical Associates.
• Completes initial patient contact for scheduling procedures.
• Verifies CPT and Diagnosis codes assigned by physicians.
• Initiates and tracks insurance pre-authorizations.
• Coordinates with OR and hospital teams for scheduling.
• Documents scheduling data and post-operative visits.
• Answers scheduling/insurance inquiries by phone.
• Resolves scheduling conflicts as needed.
• Closes operative encounters on a weekly basis.

Conhecimentos

Scheduling coordination

Insurance verification

EMR documentation

Telephone support

Ferramentas

ECW

EMR systems

Descrição da vaga

Work Shift and Schedule

Work Shift: Day - 8 Hour (United States of America) Schedules appointments for Houston Surgical Associates.

Responsibilities

• Schedules appointments for Houston Surgical Associates.
• Completes initial patient contact for scheduling procedures and surgical intervention.
• Works closely with the physicians of Houston Surgical Associates to verify information-all CPT codes and Diagnosis codes assigned by physicians.
• Initiates and tracks all insurance pre-authorization/certification.
• Assigns appropriate admission status post procedure.
• Completes all forms necessary to schedule surgery.
• Communicates closely with HHC OR and HASC to coordinate surgical intervention.
• Schedules post operative care and follow up visits.
• Scans all surgical documents and surgical consents to patient's charts and faxes information via EMR to OR staffing.
• Answers telephone inquiries related to scheduling and/or insurance relating to surgical procedure.
• Resolves scheduling conflicts, as needed.
• Documents all information regarding surgical scheduling process and any patient post-operative visit re-schedules.
• Ensures records are submitted to physicians in a timely manner.
• Obtains Operative Reports and attaches to ECW charts before patient's post operative appointment.
• Closes Operative encounters on a weekly basis.
• Confirms insurance eligibility and balance owed to the practice.
• Responsible for contacting the patient and notifying the patient of balance owed to HSA after insurance pays.
• Notifies patient that balance must paid 48 hours prior to the date of the surgery.
• Responsible for collecting balances for surgeries.
• May perform any office duties as required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 FTE: 1 Expanded Work Shift: On Call.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

Company Update

We're pleased to announce that Emory Healthcare and Houston Healthcare have joined forces to better serve our communities and strengthen our mission. This integration marks an exciting step forward, combining our shared values and complementary strengths. What This Means for Job Seekers While our organizations are integrating, each will continue to operate separate hiring processes for the time being. That means if you're interested in a position at Emory Healthcare, we're excited about what the future holds. We're committed to a smooth transition and will keep you informed as we align our operations. Thank you for your interest in joining our teams—we're excited about what the future holds.

About Houston Healthcare

Houston Healthcare is the premier health organization in Middle Georgia, serving as a cornerstone for health and wellness for the community since 1960. Strategically positioned to connect people, community, and quality care, Houston Healthcare is a caring health system, dedicated to excellence today and tomorrow. With two main hospitals and 7 separate campuses, HHC's combined capacity of 282 beds serves over 300,000 patients in Houston County and surrounding communities annually.