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Central Scheduler - Part-Time
Mat-Su Regional Medical Center —Palmer, AK
- Part-time
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- Health insurance
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Mat-Su Surgical Associates, APC —Wasilla, AK
- From $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Private practice
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- HIPAA
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Mat-Su Surgical Associates, APC —Wasilla, AK
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- Health insurance
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- BLS Certification
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- Administrative experience
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Central Scheduler - Part-Time

Mat-Su Regional Medical Center -
Palmer, AK

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Job Details

Part-time
6 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Opportunities for advancement
Life insurance

Qualifications

Record keeping
Customer communication
Patient scheduling systems
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Overseeing health insurance pre-certification
Medicare
Electronic health records (EHR) management
Medical insurance coverage verification
Customer service
Healthcare Administration
Patient demographics
Assisting medical staff
Patient financial aid assistance
SOAP medical charting
Medical scheduling
Administrative experience
Resource scheduling coordination
Client referral services
Organizational skills
Schedule creation
Hospital scheduling management
Patient education
Patient referrals
Care coordination
Medical terminology
Communication skills
Entry level
Under 1 year

Full Job Description

Seeking a part-time Central Scheduler to support our Admitting department at Mat-Su Regional Medical Center, located at 2500 S Woodworth Loop, Palmer AK.

Day shift: Working 24 hours weekly. Schedule to be determined and is based on the needs of the department.

We know it's not just about finding a job. It's about finding a place where you are respected, valued, and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.

What we Offer:

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Extended Illness Bank (EIB)

Matching 401(k)

Opportunities for Career Advancement

Rewards & Recognition Programs

Exclusive Discounts and Perks

Job Summary

The Central Scheduler is responsible for coordinating and managing patient appointments for various healthcare services, including diagnostic tests, procedures, consultations, and follow-ups. This role ensures that scheduling is accurate, efficient, and aligned with provider availability, patient needs, and facility resources. The Central Scheduler works closely with patients, healthcare providers, and other departments to enhance operational efficiency and ensure a seamless patient scheduling experience.

Essential Functions

Coordinates and schedules patient appointments across multiple departments, including diagnostic tests, procedures, and specialist consultations.
Ensures appointments are scheduled based on provider availability, patient needs, and clinical urgency while optimizing facility resources.
Accurately inputs patient information and appointment details into the hospital’s electronic scheduling system or EMR (Electronic Medical Records).
Works closely with physicians, nurses, and other medical staff to ensure appointments align with clinical priorities and medical requirements.
Pre-registers scheduled patients and provides accurate preparation instructions for diagnostic tests.
Verifies the medical necessity of scheduled tests for Medicare patients and ensures compliance with payer requirements.
Refers uninsured and underinsured patients to financial assistance programs as appropriate.
Reviews and verifies personal and insurance information for pre-certification orders, including CPT and ICD codes, obtaining clinical details from physicians as needed.
Contacts insurance companies to secure prior authorization and logs all pre-certification orders in tracking systems and SOAP notes when necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Coursework or certification in Healthcare Administration, Medical Office Management, or related fields preferred
0-1 years of experience in scheduling, administrative, or customer service roles, preferably in a healthcare setting required
1-2 years experience with electronic medical records (EMR) or scheduling software preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
Ability to handle high volumes of scheduling requests in a fast-paced environment.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and scheduling or EMR software.
Knowledge of medical terminology is a plus.

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