JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Acts as a first point of contact within the Scheduling Department for new and reoccurring patients and physician offices scheduling various outpatient/inpatient appointments across Emory Healthcare.
- Answer inbound calls in high volume call center environment.
- Greets callers in an enthusiastic manner providing exceptional customer service and positive attitude at all times.
- Enters all patient demographic, medical and financial information accurately into Epic scheduling system.
- Maintain basic understanding of insurance, pre-certification and referrals.
- Performs scheduling functions in accordance with policies and procedures.
- Responsible for the scheduling, rescheduling and cancellation of all outpatient and procedures
- These services include but not limited to: radiology, laboratory, cardiopulmonary, sleep center, rehab services, outpatient services, and dietitian services.
KEY RESPOINISBILITIES:
- Apply in-depth knowledge of imaging protocols to schedule appointments accurately, minimizing rescheduling and ensuring a positive patient experience.
- Schedule mammography screenings, diagnostic mammograms, and bone density (DEXA) scans, ensuring accurate entry of patient information into the scheduling system.
- Review radiology reports to interpret radiologist recommendations and schedule appropriate appointment types based on clinical needs.
- Utilize various imaging scheduling tools, adapting to new technologies as needed to enhance scheduling accuracy and efficiency. -
- Transcribe, scan, and upload imaging orders into the scheduling system, ensuring precise order entry and adherence to departmental guidelines.
- Efficiently schedule Ultrasound, General Diagnostics, and CT imaging appointments, providing patients and clinical staff with necessary preparation instructions.
- Manage appointments for advanced imaging modalities, understanding and adhering to specific requirements and protocols for each procedure. -
- Coordinate complex imaging appointments that require radiologist presence using supplemental scheduling tools, ensuring alignment with departmental schedule.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum 6 months of medical office experience, scheduling environment or call center required.
- AS/BS degree in Business Administration, Healthcare or medical office experience, scheduling environment or call center is preferred.
- Preferred scheduling knowledge in various specialties including mammography and bone density.
- ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Previous experience in imaging scheduling, including but not limited to ultrasound, general diagnostic, and MRI, is preferred.
- Applicants must maintain quality scores requirements and adhere to scheduling guidelines.
- Experience in registration aspects is also preferred, along with the ability to navigate multiple applications effectively.
- Strong computer, writing, and customer service skills are essential.
- Candidates must actively participate in ongoing training and cross-training to enhance skills and knowledge relevant to the role, ensuring patient satisfaction.
- Additionally, applicants may be required to work various scheduled hours/shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays to support the needs of the operations to ensure excellent patient care.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium/Max 25lbs): up to 25 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 25 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work ta