Medical Office Scheduler - Southern Hills

Overview

At Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada (CCCN) a distinguished team of doctors, researchers, nurses, and healthcare professionals have provided patients with groundbreaking treatments on the healing edge of medicine for over 50 years. Our team provides the most effective treatments, both existing and emerging, to diagnose and successfully treat cancer and blood disorders. We support this goal with state-of-the-art facilities across Southern Nevada, all of which integrate the latest diagnostic, therapeutic, and research capabilities. CCCN is dedicated to patient-centered care, advancing innovation, discovery, and improving outcomes. Motivated, caring professionals are encouraged to join us.

Career Opportunity:
Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada is seeking a full-time, on-site Medical Office Scheduler Float in the Las Vegas area. In this position, you will work in a fast-paced, high-volume oncology practice with some of the best physicians in their fields while providing care to patients in a successful healthcare organization.


SCOPE:

Under direct supervision, responsible for scheduling patient appointments and tests in an efficient and timely manner. Answers all incoming calls and directs calls to appropriate personnel. Serves as a liaison between patients and medical staff. May include responsibilities for outside scheduling and/or surgical scheduling. Supports and adheres to the Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.


Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Answers all incoming calls; assesses callers' needs and directs to appropriate personnel. Pages clinic personnel as appropriate. Obtains and communicates messages accurately and promptly.
• Schedules new patients, referrals, and returning patients in the computer system in accordance with physician and office guidelines. For new or referred patients, sets up records with appropriate documentation and coding. Cancels/reschedules appointments according to physician schedule changes and notifies appropriate personnel.
• Obtains and enters all insurance authorizations and correspondence relating to referrals in patient charts and/or electronic medical records (EMR).
• Collects co-pays, deductibles, and other out-of-pocket amounts at time of visit.
• Maintains primary office scheduling template containing physician meetings, satellite schedules, rounding, and call coverage.
• Arranges for patients to have financial counseling as needed.
• Demonstrates an understanding of patient confidentiality to protect the patient and practice.
• Follows policies and procedures to contribute to the efficiency of the front office. Covers for other front office functions as requested.
• Prepares correspondence, memos, forms, and other documents as requested by supervisor.
• May schedule outpatient appointments, tests, surgeries, and hospital admissions upon request. Obtains necessary precertifications as required.
• May communicate with patients about scheduled procedures or tests, including preparation requirements, and gather necessary information.
• May be responsible for follow-up on pre-operative tests to ensure clearance for surgical procedures and communicate with physicians and patients if additional testing is required.
• May schedule post-operative follow-up appointments with physicians.
• Where applicable, demonstrates a basic understanding of medical terminology for tests and procedures, including coding and ability to look up codes specific to diagnosis, surgery, and scheduling.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Entry-level position requiring 0-3 years of experience, preferably in a medical office setting.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and coding a plus.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) required.

COMPETENCIES:

• Uses Technical and Functional Experience: Possesses up-to-date knowledge of the profession and industry; learns quickly in technical/functional areas; accesses and uses expert resources when appropriate.
• Demonstrates Adaptability: Handles day-to-day work challenges confidently; adjusts to multiple demands, shifting priorities, ambiguity, and rapid change; shows resilience in the face of constraints or adversity; demonstrates flexibility.
• Uses Sound Judgment: Makes timely, cost-effective, and sound decisions; makes decisions under conditions of uncertainty.
• Shows Work Commitment: Sets high standards of performance; pursues aggressive goals and works efficiently to achieve them.
• Commits to Quality: Emphasizes the need to deliver quality products and services; defines standards for quality and evaluates products, processes, and services against those standards; manages quality and improves efficiencies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work may require sitting for long periods, as well as stooping, bending, and stretching for files and supplies. Occasionally lifting files or paper weighing up to 30 pounds. Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, calculator, telephone, copier, and other office equipment. Vision must be correctable to 20/20 and hearing must be in the normal range for telephone contacts. It is necessary to view and type on computer screens for prolonged periods..

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office environment and involves contact with patients and the public.

Successful candidates will thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment and have a passion for caring for their patients.


Ready For Your Next Career Challenge? We'd Love to Hear from You!
If you possess the above qualifications and a desire to make a difference, we invite you to submit your resume and apply. In addition to a great career opportunity, we offer excellent benefits, a team environment, professional development, and the chance to be part of a nationwide network dedicated to fighting the war against cancer. To apply please click on the "Apply" link.


The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify.