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Scheduling Coordinator

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare
  • Salt Lake City

AI generated summary

  • You need 3 years in a medical office focusing on scheduling, a Medical Terminology certificate, and relevant certification or experience.
  • You will schedule tests and surgeries, manage patient documentation, liaise between patients and billing, monitor schedules, coordinate training, and assist with clerical tasks and reporting.

Requirements

  • Three years of experience working in a medical office or clinic, with an emphasis in scheduling in a related area, or equivalency.
  • Certificate in Medical Terminology.
  • Certification related to specific area, and/or additional years of related experience.

Responsibilities

  • Schedules diagnostic tests, procedures, and surgeries and may provide patient with necessary preparation instructions.
  • Prepares, processes, and manages patient documentation to department database.
  • Acts as a liaison between the patient and billing department; enhances account receivables, resolving outstanding issues and/or patient concerns.
  • Performs daily monitoring and working of the schedule queues.
  • Coordinates schedules for staffing.
  • Maintains schedule by revising and updating them as necessary depending on circumstances.
  • Coordinates services with other departments.
  • Provides statistical reports and participates in quality improvement projects by developing data collection tools, analyzing, compiling and reporting data, and providing input to the QI process.
  • May assist in routine clerical functions, including ordering supplies, surgical instruments and equipment.
  • Prepares training material and coordinates training of staff.
  • May obtain insurance pre-authorization and other related appropriate documentation.
  • Compiles and maintains accurate departmental records to include but not limited to payroll and employee information.
  • May monitor staffing requirements and assures compliance with accreditation body.
  • May perform other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the main role of the Scheduling Coordinator at University of Utah Health?

The main role of the Scheduling Coordinator is to coordinate department/program schedules, including scheduling diagnostic tests, procedures, and surgeries, while managing patient documentation and acting as a liaison between patients and the billing department.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The required qualifications include three years of experience working in a medical office or clinic with an emphasis on scheduling or an equivalency.

Is experience in a specific area of medical scheduling preferred?

Yes, certification in Medical Terminology and additional years of related experience in specific areas are preferred.

What skills are essential for the Scheduling Coordinator role?

Essential skills include the ability to coordinate and maintain schedules, knowledge of patient care principles, strong communication skills, prioritization and multi-tasking abilities, and familiarity with HIPAA regulations.

Will this job involve direct patient care?

No, this position is not responsible for providing direct patient care.

What type of work environment can a Scheduling Coordinator expect?

The work environment is primarily sedentary, involving mostly sitting, with occasional light lifting and movement, and it is conducted in an office setting without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

Is the position full-time or part-time?

The position is full-time.

Where is the Scheduling Coordinator position located?

The location of the position is at Huntsman Cancer Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Is the Scheduling Coordinator position in-person or remote?

The Scheduling Coordinator position is on-site at the hospital.

What is the expected work schedule for this position?

The work schedule is to be determined (TBD).

Are multi-lingual candidates encouraged to apply?

Yes, multi-lingual candidates are welcomed and encouraged to apply.

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Mission & Purpose

University of Utah Health is the Intermountain West’s only academic health care system, combining excellence in patient care, the latest in medical research, and teaching to provide leading-edge medicine in a caring and personal setting. The system provides care for Utahns and residents of five surrounding states in a referral area encompassing more than 10 percent of the continental United States.