Sched Coord

OverviewAre organization and marking tasks off the to do list strengths of yours?Fairview Health Services is looking for a Scheduling Coordinator to join our University of Minnesota Medical Center-West Bank, West Building location! This position is approved for 80 hours every two weeks and is benefit eligible. Some of the benefits offered at Fairview include medical insurance - as low as $0, dental insurance - also a $0 option, PTO (24 days per year), and 403B with up to a 6% employer match; click here (https://www.fairview.org/benefits/noncontract) to learn more and get all the details! Pay for this role starts at $20.00 and increases based on experience.Responsibilities Job DescriptionThe Scheduling Coordinator is responsible for serving patients, providers, and staff in facilitating access to services, tests, procedures, etc. at the direction of the care provider. The Scheduling Coordinator coordinates the flow and exchange of information related to patients activity and performs registration and scheduling functions, as well as other clerical functions that meet the needs of scheduling.

Acquires vital consent from patient for medical records, authorization for evaluations, procedures, treatment programs, therapies, etc., from managed care plans and other payers.

Communicates with patient, staff and referring physician regarding authorization decisions.

Schedules services such as tests, procedures, follow-up visits and any other services the patient may require as taken from Doctor’s orders.

Produces efficient and accurate schedules and associated reports.

Records and updates schedule changes accurately.

Monitors discharge status of patient, discharges patients and coordinates discharge communication procedures to referring physician.

Responsible for answering of multiple telephone lines and looking after the caller’s needs quickly and thoroughly.

Participates actively in department decision-making, coordinating patients schedules for multiple subject areas.

QualificationsPreferred

Vocational/Technical training or Associates Degree

One to Three Years

Those who excel in this role:They connect with all whom they encounter in an encouraging manner. They ensure a safe, secure, and supportive environment. They are able to individualize all interactions to meet the needs of the client. They actively seek ways to improve the atmosphere they are in, and continually trying to find new ways to make our systems more innovative.EEO StatementEEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status