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Centralized Scheduler

HARLAN COUNTY HEALTH SYSTEM -
Alma, NE

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Job Details

Full-time
7 days ago

Qualifications

Customer communication
High school diploma or GED
Clinical data entry
Managing patient records
Quality data entry
Customer data entry

Full Job Description

Position Summary:
The Centralized Scheduler is responsible for coordinating, scheduling, rescheduling, and canceling patient appointments and procedures across multiple departments within the hospital. This role ensures timely scheduling, efficient appointment management, and clear communication between patients, providers, and departments. The Centralized Scheduler plays a crucial role in optimizing patient flow and supporting the hospital's commitment to exceptional patient care.

Essential Job Functions:

Patient Scheduling:

Schedule patient appointments, procedures, and diagnostic tests across various hospital departments.
Ensure prior authorization is approved before patient appointments.
Coordinate with providers, nurses, and healthcare professionals to ensure availability and optimal scheduling.
Confirm appointments with patients, providing necessary instructions and preparation details.
Call patients to remind them of upcoming appointments.

Communication:

Serve as the primary contact for patients regarding appointment scheduling, changes, and cancellations.
Effectively communicate with hospital departments to relay patient information and scheduling needs.
Provide patients with detailed information about their appointments, including directions, preparation instructions, and follow-up requirements.

Data Management:

Accurately enter and update patient information in the hospital’s scheduling system.
Maintain comprehensive records of scheduled appointments and any changes or cancellations.
Ensure patient confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Customer Service:

Provide exceptional customer service to patients, addressing concerns or questions related to scheduling.
Assist patients with rescheduling and offer alternative options when necessary.
Handle scheduling conflicts or delays with professionalism and efficiency.

Collaboration:

Work closely with clinical and administrative staff to align scheduling with department capacities and patient needs.
Participate in departmental meetings to discuss scheduling protocols, challenges, and improvements.
Support the hospital's initiatives to enhance patient satisfaction and care coordination.

Additional Duties:

Backup for the Authorization Specialist.
Follow hospital policies, including standard precautions, safety, and corporate compliance procedures.
Attend mandatory in-service education programs.
Participate in educational conferences to maintain and update professional knowledge and skills.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required:

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience using computers and electronic information systems.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with patients, providers, staff, and members of the public.
Ability to accurately enter, review, and maintain detailed information.

Preferred:

LPN, CNA, Medical Assistant, or other healthcare-related education or experience.
Previous experience in healthcare scheduling, registration, medical office, or other patient access functions.
Familiarity with medical terminology.
Experience with Meditech or another electronic health record (EHR) or healthcare scheduling system.

Core Competencies

Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple scheduling priorities.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills, including courtesy, patience, and tact when communicating with patients and families.
Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across multiple departments and disciplines.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills necessary to identify scheduling conflicts and determine appropriate next steps.
Ability to follow detailed instructions, departmental protocols, and established scheduling procedures.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive patient information.
Ability to work independently while recognizing when questions or concerns should be escalated.
Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules, priorities, workflows, and organizational needs.

Working Conditions

Primarily office-based with regular computer and telephone use and frequent interaction with patients, providers, and staff. Work requires extended periods of sitting and may involve occasional standing, walking, and lifting or moving items up to 20 pounds. The position may require flexibility in scheduling based on department and organizational needs.

This job description is intended to summarize key responsibilities and requirements. Duties may change at any time. HCHS is an equal opportunity employer.

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