Test Scheduling & Precertification Specialist

Cardiology Associates of Alabama; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Free parking

Competitive pay

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Cardiology Associates of Alabama in Mobile is seeking an experienced Test Scheduler to join our outpatient cardiology practice. The role focuses on scheduling diagnostic tests, handling prior authorizations, and coordinating with patients, providers, and insurance companies.

This full-time, day-shift position with no weekends offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of medical scheduling experience required.
• Prior authorization and referral experience required.
• Strong understanding of insurance verification and scheduling workflows.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced medical office environment.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Experience working with multiple computer applications and insurance websites.
• Previous cardiology or specialty practice experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedule diagnostic testing and patient procedures accurately and efficiently
• Obtain prior authorizations and insurance referrals
• Communicate with insurance companies regarding authorizations and coverage
• Manage a high volume of incoming patient and provider phone calls
• Coordinate scheduling with physicians, clinical staff, and patients
• Maintain accurate patient scheduling documentation and records
• Navigate multiple computer systems and insurance portals daily
• Ensure professional and compassionate communication with patients

Skills

Medical scheduling

Prior authorization

Insurance verification

Customer service

Multitasking

Time management

Organizational skills

Computer proficiency

Cardiology experience

Job description

Cardiology Associates is seeking an experienced Test Scheduler to join our growing outpatient cardiology practice in Mobile, Alabama. The ideal candidate will have strong scheduling, insurance authorization, and referral experience and be comfortable working in a fast-paced medical office environment..

This position plays an important role in coordinating patient care by scheduling diagnostic testing, obtaining prior authorizations, and communicating with patients, providers, and insurance companies.

This is a full-time, day shift position with no weekends and paid holidays off.

Schedule & Benefits

• Monday-Friday
• Day shift only
• No weekends
• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid sick leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Life insurance
• AD&D insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Free parking
• Competitive pay
• Supportive team environment
  

Responsibilities

• Schedule diagnostic testing and patient procedures accurately and efficiently
• Obtain prior authorizations and insurance referrals
• Communicate with insurance companies regarding authorizations and coverage
• Manage a high volume of incoming patient and provider phone calls
• Coordinate scheduling with physicians, clinical staff, and patients
• Maintain accurate patient scheduling documentation and records
• Navigate multiple computer systems and insurance portals daily
• Ensure professional and compassionate communication with patients

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of medical scheduling experience required
• Prior authorization and referral experience required
• Strong understanding of insurance verification and scheduling workflows
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced medical office environment
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Experience working with multiple computer applications and insurance websites
• Previous cardiology or specialty practice experience preferred

Work Location

Mobile, Alabama