The Part-time Pain Scheduler serves as the primary point of contact for patient check-ins while also performing pain scheduling duties as assigned by the Pain Scheduling Supervisor.
NWOS is closed all weekends and major holidays. No night shifts.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Serves as the primary contact for patient check-ins
- Verifies necessary demographic information, insurance eligibility, referral or authorization status, and completes chart prep.
- Completes patient registration at time of service / scheduling.
- Collects copayments and outstanding balances at the time of service.
- Communicates any necessary follow up instructions at the end of the appointment.
- Maintains strictest patient confidentiality; adheres to all HIPPA regulations and completed required staff training.
- Screens patients to determine if they are an appropriate candidate for pain procedures .
- Schedules procedures for all pain providers.
- Calls patients with check-in times and pre procedure instructions. Answers calls live and returns calls not answered within 24 hours.
- Resolves no authorization and / or denial issues sent out by billing staff.
- Communicates with Pain Scheduler Supervisor any issues / problems in a timely manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :
Excellent Customer Service, organization, and the ability to multi-task are the three key skills that must be demonstrated at all times.Valid BLS certification.Knowledge of modern office equipment including fax machines, copiers, scanners, document management software, Electronic Medical Record, medical software, and Microsoft products.Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy.Basic knowledge of ICD-9 and CPT coding.Knowledge of common health insurance plans and benefits.SHIFT :
Part-time, 3 - 8 hour shifts (3 days per week). This work is performed at TOSC Valley Surgery Center.BENEFITS :
Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceBasic Life & ADD InsuranceLong Term Disability InsuranceVoluntary Short Term Disability InsuranceVoluntary Life & ADD InsuranceHealth Savings AccountEmployee Assistance ProgramVoluntary AFLAC Options401k Employer Match401k Profit SharingPTO7 paid holidaysHiring Range : $20.31 - $31.07
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