Radiology Scheduler Call Center2372660 | Mount Kisco, New York

Radiology Scheduler Call Center

Optum Radiology, part of Optum, has an immediate opening for a friendly, patient focused and detailed oriented Radiology Scheduler Call Center to join our team. Radiology Scheduler Call Center is responsible for the completion of set processes and protocols. Works cooperatively with all members of the care team to support the vision and mission of the organization, deliver excellent customer service and adhere to Lean processes.

Supports the teams in meeting financial, clinical and service goals.

Schedule:

Monday through Friday 40 hours work week between the hours of 7:00 am to 4:00 pm. Rotating Saturdays between the hours of 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Schedule will be determined by supervisor upon hire

Location:

100 South Bedford, First Floor, Admin Office Road, Mount Kisco, NY 10549

Primary Responsibilities:

• Obtain accurate and updated patient information, such as name, address, insurance information
• Maintain an average of 60+ outbound calls daily Monitor and maintain the continuity of care through scheduling and tracking systems in all work queues
• Perform insurance verification on the date of service
• Scheduling radiology procedures in an organized and efficient manner
• Knowledge of medical terminology and radiology procedures and requirements
• File and maintain medical records
• Confirms and scheduled appointments
• Answering incoming and outgoing telephone calls promptly and courteously,
• Perform referral documentation promptly
• Performs certain follow-up services for patients in a prompt and courteous manner, such as scheduling specialist appointments, scheduling follow-up appointments and obtaining copies of lab results or specialist reports
• Adhere to the standards identified via Sparq regarding Optum Employee Policies
• Work cohesively with fellow employees to achieve specific team goals
• Comfortable working in high pace environment
• Participate in planning, coordinating, and implementing care in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team in accordance with the Plan of Care
• Assure the continuity of care through scheduling and tracking systems
• Provide effective communication to patient / family team members and other health care professionals as evidenced by documentation, case conferences, communication notes, and evaluations
• Comply with administrative policies to ensure quality of care
• Demonstrate precision and efficiency in scanning documents and monitoring the fax server, retrieving and / or scanning documents and assigning to the appropriate electronic chart
• All employees are expected to keep abreast on current medical requirements relevant to their position, which includes maintaining patient confidentiality and abiding by all HIPAA and OSHA requirements
• Cross-train and help in other locations if needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

What are the reasons to consider working for United Health Group? Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include:

• Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays
• Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
• Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
• 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• 1+ years of computer proficiency experience (multi-task through multiple applications including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word)
• 1+ years of customer service or healthcare related experience
• Ability to work a 37.5-hour work week with rotating Saturdays

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience in a…