Job Description
Surgery Scheduler (CVCRSA) Sante Health - 3.5 Fresno, CA Job Details Full-time $21 - $25 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Qualifications Employee relationship building High school diploma or GED Medical terminology Full Job Description Sante Health System is looking for a Surgery Scheduler to join our team at Central Valley Colon and Rectal Surgical Associates (CVCRSA) in Fresno, CA . This position is responsible for coordinating and scheduling surgery appointments for patients in an efficient and timely manner.
REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma/GED equivalent required Minimum of two years medical office experience. Preferably at least one year procedure scheduling experience in a medical specialty practice. Knowledge of medical insurances, medical terminology and computer experience. Candidates should have exceptional people and communication skills, be highly skilled in multi-tasking in a fast paced environment, a commitment to achieving a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, and a no-task-too-small approach to the work. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Book, coordinate and reschedule patients' surgical appointments. Relay necessary messages to staff. Greet patients in a prompt, pleasant and helpful manner. Verify necessary information including insurance coverage. Maintain and update current information on physician's surgery schedules. Function as office liaison to hospitals on behalf of the patients, including coordination of admitting arrangements and any hospital tests or equipment needed. Review prep instructions with patient for their scheduled surgery Request authorization for surgeries Confirm surgery date/time with patient and facility Answer telephones, screen calls, take messages and provide information. Answer questions regarding patient surgical appointments and testing. Communicate questions or concerns for prompt resolution. Update patient chart with any applicable information as necessary. Assist other office personnel in the performance of their duties as assigned and as workload permits. Function as relief for other personnel in office as appropriate and to facilitate coworker's taking time out of the office. Work in a cooperative and professional manner with physician and coworkers. Attend required meetings and participates in committees as requested. Enhance professional growth and development through in-service meetings and education programs. Maintain patient confidentiality. In the spirit of teamwork, employees are expected to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of medical office procedures including surgery procedures and practices. Knowledge of interrelationship of surgery department with laboratory and radiology. Knowledge of grammar, spelling and punctuation to type patient information. Skill in operating a computer, photocopy machine, fax, and other office equipment. Skill in answering the telephone in a pleasant and helpful manner. Ability to speak clearly and concisely. Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, physicians, coworkers, and the public. ABOUT SANTE HEALTH SYSTEM
Sante Health System is a Management Services Organization that serves multiple clients. "Sante" is the French word for health. Our name symbolizes our commitment to good health, progressive care, and leadership in our community. Sante is one of the largest healthcare claims and billing management companies in Central California. The strength of Sante is the extraordinary network of physicians, health plans, and other health service providers it offers the people of our valley. Sante coordinates with physicians, health plans, hospitals, and ancillary providers to ultimately benefit the patient in a managed care environment. Sante Health System provides numerous client services such as billing, claims processing, contracting, credentialing, finance, human resources, information services, marketing/communications, physician services, practice management, provider relations, quality improvement, and utilization management. With over 30 years of service to the community, we deeply understand that we would not be successful in enhancing the quality of life of our patients without our incredible team. This is why we have created a work culture that is comprised of talented, driven, dedicated, innovative, and service-driven professionals. We provide competitive pay, excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, and opportunities for advancement . Being part of our team is like being part of a big family. Join our team and make Sante Health System your home away from home. Do you find great satisfaction in efficiently scheduling appointments? Do you have great customer service skills? If this sounds like the right opportunity for you and you meet the above requirements, we want to meet you. Apply now to be our Surgery Scheduler! www.santehealth.net
