Patient Scheduler 2 (H) at University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida

Job Description:

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The University of Miami is currently seeking a Patient Scheduler 2 to work at Sylvester Cancer Center in Miami. The incumbent will accurately schedule all procedures approved by the radiologist and process all relevant documentation performed in that area in a timely fashion. He/she will assist the technologist as requested. Other duties include retrieval of all current imaging reports, lab data, clinical visits, surgical notes, consent page, and demographic cover sheet that composes the Interventional Radiology procedures package. This position uses the designated Protected Health Information (PHI) system as necessary to perform their functions. Employee must adhere to HI "minimum necessary" compliance standards at all times.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

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  Schedule patients for Interventional Radiology and special procedures.

  
  


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  Explain pre and post procedure instructions as appropriate.

  
  


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  Possess knowledge of the RIS/PAC system to ensure that patients are also scheduled and arrived in RIS/PAC and physicians orders are scanned into the system (when applicable).

  
  


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  Verifies pre-registration data and makes any appropriate changes as necessary including insurance coverage information. Ensures that the appropriate Patient Type and Location is used during the registration process. Adheres to policies and procedures regarding the registration process.

  
  


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  Performs on-site insurance verification as needed and obtains necessary authorizations and referrals when required. Enters all relevant data into Uchart, links data to the appropriate visit and completes the required data elements in RIS to ensure that accurate billing data is submitted to the appropriate insurance carrier.

  
  


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  Explains all information regarding procedures to the patient and submits those forms to the appropriate entity. Determines appropriate questionnaire required by physicians and instruct patient to complete at time of check in.

  
  


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  Attend to request from physicians, patients and co-workers in relation to patient's schedule, documentation and triages packages.

  
  


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  May assist in the training of new employee's acting as resource for all coworkers.

  
  

Minimum Requirements:

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  High School diploma or equivalent.

  
  


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  Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.

  
  

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

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  Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

  
  


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  Skill in data entry with minimal errors.

  
  


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  Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records, files, reports and correspondence.

  
  


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  Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

  
  


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  Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

  
  


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  Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

  
  

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:Part time
Employee Type:Temporary-Intermittent
Pay Grade:H4 Apply Now