Patient Scheduler II- Atrisco Urgent Care

Now hiring a Patient Scheduler II
- Atrisco Urgent Care

Provides exceptional patient experience for each patient case Accuracy in scheduling is paramount in performance Uses advanced visit types in a multi-disciplinary specialty 100% validation prior authorizations/certifications/referrals are in place PRIOR to procedure

Perform non-clinical pre-surgery patient and family education

Coordinate admission paperwork when applicable

Other duties as assigned

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Why Join Us

• Per Required Need - Exempt:
  No
• Job is based at PMG - Atrisco
• Work hours:
  
  Varied Days and Hours
• Benefits: PRN/PT (working less than a .45 FTE) employee benefits available for this position such as medical, gym memberships and an employee wellness program.

Ideal Candidate:A minimum 12 months experience in a clinical setting

Academic Preparation: High school or equivalent Short-term training in Medical Terminology.Experience: A minimum 12 months experience in a clinical setting

Proficiency in prior authorization/certification/referral process

Must pass EPIC competency for Registration at completion of Epic Clerical Training classAbilities: Performs appointment scheduling for patient via the telephone or in person to include testing, procedures and clinician appointments

Coordinates advanced scheduling guidelines to include surgeons, resources, proctors, etc.

Requires strong organizational skills

Must be able to function under pressure while maintaining professionalism

Working knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding

Pass annual competency exam for all areas of responsibility.

Attend Quarterly MSO meetings.

Attend Staff meetings

Attend Employee Forums

Customer Service and Caring Practices:Achieve exceptional patient experience for patients and patient families by using CARES, AIDET and EPE tools.

Addresses and attempts to appropriately resolve complaints in the moment by using key words at key times

Ability to manage conflict and appropriately request the help of a supervisor when needed

Round with patients waiting to insure their comfort and to inform of delays when applicableEncounter Components: Performs the patient scheduling process and validates accurate patient demographics

Guide informed dialogue with patients and patients representatives regarding in-network coverages (respecting CDS and RDS guidelines)
Set patient expectations regarding Prior Authorization, Referrals and out of pocket expenses

Meet 1 on 1 with patient to schedule invasive procedures in or out patient

Advised patient and patient families of non-clinical instruction

Develop and maintain a positive relationship with OR personnel

Follow OR protocols for scheduling such as utilizing assigned block time Schedule all pre-admit appointments and radiology. Track patient compliance by communication with patient on an on-going basisFinancial Accountabilities:Refers as appropriate to on site Financial Advocate, or for uninsured to the Financial Advocacy Center Validate prior authorization/certification/referral are secured PRIOR to a scheduled procedure or test, alerting stake holders (patient, patient representative, OR, etc) if a breakdown occursMessage Management: Formulates complete and accurate telephone encounter messages and routes to the appropriate Epic in-basket pool to support operational aspects of patient care.Medical

Record Components:
Instructs patients on the Release of Information process and insure a fully completed ROI Form is submitted to Health Information Management for incoming or outgoing recordsPatient RelationsComprehend quality service connection to patient satisfaction and reimbursement Participate in metric goals for telephones performance metrics, TSF and abandonment rate when applicable

Perform confirmation calls when applicable to include directions and instructions as required by the visit typePatient SafetyRespond quickly to patients showing distress. Follow guidelines set forth by the Clinic Manger to alert the clinical team. Assist in any manner the clinic team directs.

Ensure scheduling area/office, waiting area and walkways are clear of any unnecessary items and are clean and neat.

Report any concern that may create a safety issue. Annual competency completion of Clerical Staff during a Code BlueQuality Improvement: Appointment reminder calls

Rescheduling

Evaluate provider schedules and take appropriate action to ensure accuracy and efficiency per guidelines

Works with assigned physicians to maximize schedule effectiveness

Willingness to work in a positive manner to assist in development of new surgical programsC.A.R.E.S Behaviors: Demonstrates CARES…