Scheduling Specialist

Avera-Healt; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO from day 1

Employer retirement matching up to 5%

Career development and mentorship

Job summary

Avera Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine in Sioux Falls is seeking a Scheduling Specialist to manage pre-authorizations, verify benefits, schedule procedures, and coordinate a comprehensive surgery schedule. The role supports physicians and patients with accurate documentation and timely referrals.

Ideal candidates will have knowledge of medical terminology, a high school diploma or GED (associate degree preferred), and 1–3 years in a medical scheduling or billing role.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• High School diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Associate's degree in medical secretarial field preferred.
• 1–3 years experience as a scheduler, biller, or in a medical office.

Responsibilities

• Obtains information from physician offices to schedule tests, procedures and admissions.
• Facilitates coordination of a plan of care across hospital departments.
• Coordinates care between facilities and telemedicine for continuity of care.
• Maintains physician calendar and procedure schedule; handles coordinating orders.

Skills

Medical terminology

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's in medical secretarial school

Job description

Location:Avera Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Sioux FallsWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)Pay Range:The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.$18.50 - $24.25Position HighlightsNOTE: This position will be in our Pulmonary ClinicClinic Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMYou Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewPerforms diverse duties as they relate to the department to include, but not limited to completing prior and pre-authorizations for patients insurance companies, working appeals for insurance coverage, verifying benefits, making referrals and scheduling pre-operative physical, and reviewing surgery information with patients. Responsible for scheduling, maintaining, and disseminating an accurate surgery schedule, including acquisition, retention, and organization of documentation, and will provide clerical services for the department as indicated.What you will doObtains information (including physician orders to schedule tests/procedures only) from physician offices for scheduling tests, procedures and admissions in an accurate, timely and sequential manner.Facilitates in coordinating a plan of care for patients with various departments throughout the hospital and clinics including working with equipment vendors for surgical equipment needs.Coordinates care between facilities for utilization of telemedicine to ensure continuity of care if applicable.Communication of information to physicians, staff, families, etc., when directed and to do so in an appropriate and professional manner.Assists with the collection and maintenance of records as needed by Performance Improvement, Joint Commission accreditation, CARF certification, OSHA guidelines, or as my be required by law.Coordinates scheduling of specialized equipment based on procedures.Maintains physician calendar, procedure schedule and all coordinating orders for procedures.Essential QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:knowledge of medical terminologyPreferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:High School or GED EquivalentAssociate's in medical secretarial school1-3 years experience as a scheduler, biller, or in a medical officeExpectations and StandardsCommitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.Maintain confidentiality.Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.Benefits You Need & Then SomeAvera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirementCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipAvera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].