Referral Coordinator – Orthopedics Position Available In Jefferson, Alabama
Tallo's Job Summary: Referral Coordinator - Orthopedics at Ortho Alabama Spine and Sports in Trussville, AL 35235. Responsible for creating patient charts, scheduling appointments, and managing referral leads. Requires a high school diploma, 1 year of medical field experience, and 1 year of scheduling appointments. Skills needed include practice management software knowledge, tech proficiency, and basic medical terminology. Full-time position with a pay range of $16.00 - $17.50 per hour plus benefits.
Job Description
Referral Coordinator – Orthopedics Ortho Alabama Spine and Sports Trussville, AL 35235
JOB SUMMARY:
Referral Coordinator:
Create patient charts and schedule appointments being referred to the Orthopedic practice. The position is also responsible for all other referral leads from the website and other forms of electronic communication.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Requires high school diploma or its equivalent 1 year of experience in the medical field, orthopedic background preferred 1 year of scheduling appointments in a high volume physician practice required
SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Knowledge of practice management software as it relates to scheduling Must be tech savvy with advanced computer skills; quick learner of new processes and software applications Basic telephone skills capable of multitasking Good communication skills to interact with patients, physicians and outside parties by telephone or in person Basic knowledge of medical terminology Ability to follow pre-established procedures and protocols
SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS
Schedule all incoming new patient referrals with appropriate physician or other provider. Verify all the patient demographic information is accurate in the computer system when scheduling. Assist patients in cancelling and or rescheduling follow-up appointments by telephone. Obtain demographic and billing insurance information from the patient, family or legal guardian and enter information into the registration/billing system. Confirm appointments with strictest confidentiality via phone for following date of service. Communicates all pertinent information to ensure patient is aware of location, time and any other information as needed. Print daily appointment schedule for various reasons. Block and open appointment times as requested by providers. Perform other duties as requested by the supervisor.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$16.00 – $17.50 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Orthopedics Schedule:
8 hour shift Day shift Monday to
Friday Work Location:
In person
