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Pre-Service Scheduler I

Location

Illinois

Posted

1 day ago

Salary

$21 - $32 / hour

Seniority

Junior

High School1 yr expEnglish

Job Description

Pre-Service Scheduler I

Advocate Aurora Health

• Accurate utilization of computerized central scheduling system to provide customers with timely, courteous, and proficient scheduling • Appropriately uses tools and resources to prevent scheduling conflicts and ensures proper test sequencing when multiple testing is ordered • Accurately enters all required patient Registration data (i.e. demographic, insurance, contacts) • Ensures patients are registered within time frame set by policies • Completes the Medicare Questionnaire for all Medicare patients • Maintains knowledge of and reference materials for Medicare, Medicaid and third-party payer requirements, guidelines and policies, insurance plans requiring pre-authorization/referral and a list of current accepted insurance plans • Provides patients/customers with accurate preparation and arrival instructions prior to exam • Accurately obtains and transcribes orders for scheduled outpatient exams • Participates in department staff meetings and keeps abreast of continuing education to ensure effective communication and to maintain skill competency • Attends all mandatory in-services 100% and completes all mandatory safety in-services and skill competencies as required • Seeks education opportunities to increase knowledge in department procedures as it relates specifically to scheduling needs for that area • Actively participates in group projects to problem solve department issues • Knowledgeable concerning the operations of the various Advocate Aurora Health departments so that patient, visitor, and fellow employee questions are answered or referred in an appropriate manner • Maintains confidentiality of patient records by following HIPAA and all compliance policies and guidelines • Informs customers of insurance requirements, pre-payment financial obligations and handles financial transactions

Job Requirements

  • High School Graduate
  • Typically requires 1 year of experience in health care, insurance industry, call center or customer service setting
  • Ability to problem solve in a high profile and high stress area, working independently to set and meet deadlines and prioritize work
  • Ability to identify and understand issues and problems
  • Examines data and draws logical conclusions based on information available
  • General computer knowledge
  • None Required for Licensure, Registration and/or Certification

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off programs
  • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
  • Educational Assistance Program

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