Pre-Registration/Scheduler - Pain Management - Part-Time

Overview

 

At St. Joseph Medical Center, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, St. Joseph Medical Center is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!

 

Founded in 1874 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, St. Joseph Medical Center has a long tradition of providing high-quality, compassionate care. Its Catholic heritage and the spirit of our founding Sisters continue today in our mission of caring for the community. The Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph is the Catholic Sponsor for St. Joseph Medical Center, under the leadership of his Excellency Bishop James V. Johnston, Jr.

 

St. Joseph Medical Center has received numerous awards for its quality and clinical excellence. We believe that continuous quality of care and performance improvements are the foundation for preserving and enhancing healthcare delivery. For information, visit www.stjosephkc.com.

 

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Responsibilities

Pre-Registration/Scheduler - Pain Management - Part-Time

Monday-Thursday 8:00am-4:30pm

 

The centralized scheduler is directly accountable to the Admitting Leadership. The Centralized Scheduler routinely schedules tests and procedure cases for all patients where services occur as a scheduled event.This may include, but is not limited to: Clinic Visits, Surgery, G.I. Lab, Cardiac Cath Lab, Radiology, Respiratory Therapy, Nutritional Services, Infusion units or any other location where scheduling of a test or procedure may occur. Coordinates with departments as necessary. Ensures that accurate, complete and thorough patient demographics are entered into the computer system, including insurance and authorizations if applicable. Notifies departments as necessary of various services that may require equipment instrumentation and supplies from outside vendors for scheduled surgeries. Prepares and distributes the surgical schedule and on call list to appropriate departments or personnel.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

High School Graduate or GED Equivalent Required (effective 4/1/14 for all new hires).

Knowledge of multiple insurance authorization requirements.

1-2 year previous experience in a hospital environment preferred.

Knowledge of medical terminology.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to multi-task, prioritize needs to meet required timelines.

Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Customer Services experience required.

Strong clerical and computer skills

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