Surgery Scheduler - Orthopedics & Sports Medicine - Full Time
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Job: Scheduler Classification: Hourly/Non-Exempt Job Category: 5 Administrative Support Workers Position Summary The Scheduler receives phone calls from physicians, physician offices, and patients and facilitates the scheduling of procedures. The Scheduler is responsible for daily operation of patient scheduling functions. This position involves proficiency in office skills and the requirement to assume responsibility without constant, direct supervision. Essential Functions -Schedules procedures in the correct time slot indicated for that procedure. -Ensures Medical necessity has been checked and appropriate diagnosis given for procedure, if unable makes patient aware of this information. -Documents appropriately in account of any concerns with the scheduling of procedure for follow up if necessary. -Verifies insurance information and correctly lists in patient's account. -Adheres to and follows all patient experience initiatives. -Reports to and depart from work on time and as scheduled. -Performs other duties as assigned. -Must be able to deal with stress while maintaining composure. -Follows and adheres to TRMC vaccine policy(s) mandated by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Work Experience -Hospital experience and medical terminology preferred. Education -High school graduate or equivalent preferred. -Familiar with computers and knowledge of general clerical duties preferred. Physical Demands and Work Environment Lifting/Carrying Pushing/Pulling Lbs. % Time Lbs. % Time 1-10 0-33 1-10 0-33 11-20 0-33 11-20 0-33 21-50 0-33 21-50 0-33 51-75 0-33 51-75 0-33 76-100 0-33 76-100 0-33 Movement % Time Bend/Stoop/Twist 0-33 Crouch/Squat 0-33 Kneel/Crawl 0-33 Reach above Shoulder 0-33 Reach below Shoulder 0-33 Repetitive Arm None Repetitive Hand 34-66 Grasping 0-33 Squeezing 0-33 Climb Stairs None Walking Uneven 0-33 Walking Even 34-66 Environment % Time Indoors 67-100 Outdoors 0-33 Extreme Heat None Dusty None Excessive Noise 0-33 Equipment % Time Motor Vehicles None Foot Pedals None Extreme Heat None Dusty None Excessive Noise 0-33 Work near % Time Machinery None Electricity None Sharps None Chemicals None Fumes None Heights None Vision Depth Perception Required < 20 Required Color Not required Peripheral required Endurance Hours at Once Total in 12HR Sit 4 8 Stand 1 2 Walk 1 2 Job: Scheduler Classification: Hourly/Non-Exempt Job Category: 5 Administrative Support Workers Position Summary The Scheduler receives phone calls from physicians, physician offices, and patients and facilitates the scheduling of procedures. The Scheduler is responsible for daily operation of patient scheduling functions. This position involves proficiency in office skills and the requirement to assume responsibility without constant, direct supervision. Essential Functions -Schedules procedures in the correct time slot indicated for that procedure. -Ensures Medical necessity has been checked and appropriate diagnosis given for procedure, if unable makes patient aware of this information. -Documents appropriately in account of any concerns with the scheduling of procedure for follow up if necessary. -Verifies insurance information and correctly lists in patient's account. -Adheres to and follows all patient experience initiatives. -Reports to and depart from work on time and as scheduled. -Performs other duties as assigned. -Must be able to deal with stress while maintaining composure. -Follows and adheres to TRMC vaccine policy(s) mandated by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Work Experience -Hospital experience and medical terminology preferred. Education -High school graduate or equivalent preferred. -Familiar with computers and knowledge of general clerical duties preferred. Physical Demands and Work Environment Lifting/Carrying Pushing/Pulling Lbs. % Time Lbs. % Time 1-10 0-33 1-10 0-33 11-20 0-33 11-20 0-33 21-50 0-33 21-50 0-33 51-75 0-33 51-75 0-33 76-100 0-33 76-100 0-33 Movement % Time Bend/Stoop/Twist 0-33 Crouch/Squat 0-33 Kneel/Crawl 0-33 Reach above Shoulder 0-33 Reach below Shoulder 0-33 Repetitive Arm None Repetitive Hand 34-66 Grasping 0-33 Squeezing 0-33 Climb Stairs None Walking Uneven 0-33 Walking Even 34-66 Environment % Time Indoors 67-100 Outdoors 0-33 Extreme Heat None Dusty None Excessive Noise 0-33 Equipment % Time Motor Vehicles None Foot Pedals None Extreme Heat None Dusty None Excessive Noise 0-33 Work near % Time Machinery None Electricity None Sharps None Chemicals None Fumes None Heights None Vision Depth Perception Required < 20 Required Color Not required Peripheral required Endurance Hours at Once Total in 12HR Sit 4 8 Stand 1 2 Walk 1 2