Medical Scheduler

About the role

Under direct supervision, responsible for scheduling patient appointments and tests in an efficient and timely manner. Serves as a liaison between patient and medical staff. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Responsibilities

• Schedules returning patients in computer system in accordance with physician and/or office guidelines.
• Cancels/reschedules appointments according to physician schedule changes; notifies appropriate clinic personnel.
• Maintains primary office scheduling template containing physician meetings, satellite schedule, rounding and call coverage.
• Arranges for patients to have financial counseling as needed.
• Demonstrates an understanding of patient confidentiality to protect the patient and clinic/practice.
• Follows policies and procedures to contribute to the efficiency of the front office.
• Covers for other front office functions as requested.
• Prepares correspondence, memos, forms and other typing as requested by supervisor.
• May be responsible for scheduling post-operative follow up appointments with Physicians.
• Where applicable, basic understanding of medical terminology for tests and surgical procedures, including coding and ability to look up codes specific to diagnosis, surgery and scheduling procedure.

Skills

• Medical
• Healthcare industry
• Patient demographics
• Administrative assistant reception
• Insurance authorization
• Insurance verification
• Medical terminology

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years medical office experience (BVA)
• Entry level experience
• Contract to Hire position
• Fully onsite position in Odessa, TX

Pay

The pay range for this position is $17