Surgery Scheduler-Orthopedic

About the role

Manage financial aspects of patient care including billing, insurance claims, payment processing, financial counseling, utilization and revenue cycle analysis.

Responsible for managing patient entry points into the healthcare system, including scheduling, registration, and verifying insurance.

Ensure patients can efficiently navigate administrative processes while maintaining data accuracy and enhancing the patient experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial aspects of patient care including billing, insurance claims, payment processing, financial counseling, utilization and revenue cycle analysis.
• Responsible for managing patient entry points into the healthcare system, including scheduling, registration, and verifying insurance.
• Ensure patients can efficiently navigate administrative processes while maintaining data accuracy and enhancing the patient experience.

Requirements

• Education: High School Graduate or equivalent required, Associates Degree in a related field preferred.
• Experience: Internal Candidates: Demonstrated proficiency in the duties of the Access Associate Senior role. External Candidates: 3 years’ experience in a clinical setting (hospital, surgery center or ambulatory clinic) in an administrative or clinical role required.

Qualifications

• License/Certification: None Required. For Access Lead positions CHAA or Certified Revenue Cycle Representative (CRCR) by HFMA required within 18 months of hire date.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in healthcare billing and coding systems.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and compliance.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings, Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts, Certification and education support, Generous Paid Time Off.

Pay

$21.50 - $33.28 hourly.

Schedule

Hours may vary based on department needs.

General Information

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. The pay range for this role is $21.50 - $33.28 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.