Interventional Radiology Scheduler

Job Description

The Enhanced Scheduler is responsible for registering and scheduling patients at Intermountain Healthcare facilities system-wide ensuring that processes and procedures exceed customer expectations. This position enhances the patient

experience with one telephone call to schedule and register for services. The Enhanced Scheduler reviews insurance benefit information, estimated costs, and payment options with the patient. Also obtains or reviews all necessary demographic, clinical, procedural, and prep information with the patient or representative. This position also enhances the Provider

experience by offering a single point of contact for the referring offices. The Enhanced Scheduler acts as a liaison between the physician office and facility departments across multiple service lines within the enterprise.

Scope

The Enhanced Schedulers may be located in a central call center and have accountability to coordinate and schedule patients for multiple facilities and departments and to work closely with multiple

locations.

Job Essentials

Accountable to verify accuracy of EMPI link. Identifies and reports possible Compromised Records or Identity Theft.Interacts with customer to gather and verify needed registration and scheduling information.Accurately inputs patient demographic, insurance, and essential scheduling and admission information into the appropriate database so that billing, reporting, and analysis by facility, corporate, state, and federal agencies can be performed.Comprehends and provides explanation of legal documents in accordance to regulatory

requirements.Holds financial discussion with patient or representative which includes insurance

benefits, cost estimation, financial obligation, and identifying financial assistance needs.Articulates billing process information and maintains the stats determined reasonable for positionInteracts between physicians, physician's office staff, and ancillary departments as needed in the interest of the patient to obtain orders and diagnosis for patients.Provides customers with information concerning examination content and pre-examination instructions including preps and timetables providing way-finding as needed.Coordinates appointments for patients between multiple

locations in the system.Documents discussions with patients by entering detailed notes in the appropriate software, and ensures accurate record keeping for any follow up needed.Satisfies all Intermountain

requirements regarding procedural, operational, and compliance training and updates.Greets patient/clients in person and on the phone while upholding Intermountain's mission, vision, and values, responding with empathy and positive interpersonal

skills.Maintains expected productivity, quality, and department standards.Tactfully handles difficult situations with unhappy customers applying Healing Commitment principles to achieve positive service recovery.May lead, mentor, and/or train new employees.

Shift Details

Weekday shift - 8 to 10 hr shifts

Minimum

Qualifications

Associate's degree.

Education must be obtained through an accredited institution. Degree will be verified.- OR -Two years of medical admitting, billing, collection, scheduling, or insurance

experience,Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal

skills

Experience managing multiple tasks or priorities.Demonstrated working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, email, and calendaring programs.Demonstrated typing proficiency.Demonstrated ability to work effectively in time sensitive situations.Demonstrated independent and critical decision making

skills.

Preferred

Qualifications

Bi-lingual - Spanish speakingKnowledge of medical terminologyVersed in CPT/ICD codesTwo years of

experience working with patient access or two years of

experience in and extensive knowledge in the health insurance industry (Commercial Insurances, Medicare, and Medicaid); health claims billing or Third Party contracts.

Physical

Requirements

Interact with others requiring the employee to communicate information.Operate computers and other office equipment requiring the ability to move fingers and hands.See and read computer monitors and documents.Remain sitting or standing for long periods of time to perform work on a computer, telephone, or other equipment.

Anticipated Job Posting Close Date

05/05/2024

Location

Intermountain Health Mckay-dee Hospital

Work City

Ogden

Work State

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon

experience.

$19.08 - $29.04

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equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.