Scheduling Coordinator

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Job Title: Scheduling Coordinator Employment Type: Full-Time Schedule: 40hrs/wk, 11:00 AM - 7:30PM : Under the direction of the Regional Patient AccessCall Center Manager,theSchedulingCoordinatoris responsible for timely and accurate appointment scheduling with expertise in scheduling protocols,registration,insurance requirements/verification, identification ofaccuratepatient responsibilitywith notificationto the patient for the TrinityHealth Mid-Atlantic Region which includes: Mercy Fitzgerald, Nazareth Hospital, St. Francis Wilmington and St. Mary Medical Center Langhorne. TheScheduling Coordinatoris responsible to ensure all department policies andworkflowsare enforced, assistRegionalmanager in monitoring the accuracy ofscheduled appointments,ensure accurate timekeeping for team using Kronos, andassist withthe overall training andupdatingofworkflowfor the department. Assist manager in monitoringcall handling softwareand real time reports to ensure calls are being answered within SLA guidelineswith the ability to make sound business decisions quickly based on the inbound call volume and/or staffing changes. Accurately schedule appointments using scheduling protocols and insurance requirementsvia current HIS (Health Information System). Collects and documents all required demographic and financial information. Appropriately activates pre-registration. Completes scheduling of appointment, pre-registration, insurance verification and authorization requirements with collection of out of pocket payments as applicable based on Bronze Standard. Analyze patient insurance(s), identifies the correct insurance plan, selects appropriately from HIS insurance and plan selections and documents correct insurance order. Applies recurring visit processing according to protocol. Screens outpatient visits for medical necessity and issues Advanced Beneficiary Notice as appropriate for Medicare primary outpatients. Provides cost estimates. Collects and documents Medicare Questionnaire and obtains information from the patient if third party payers need to be billed (i.e. worker's compensation, motor vehicle accidents and any other applicable payer). Financial Advocacy: Screens all patients self-pay & out of network patients using approved technology. Provides information for follow up and referral to the RHM Medicaid Vendor and/or Benefit Advocate as appropriate. Initiates payment plans and obtains payment. Informs and explains all applicable government and private funding programs and other cash payment plans or discounts to the patient and/or family. Incorporates point of service (POS) collection processes into daily functions. Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent.Some college preferred Mustpossess a comprehensive knowledge of multiple scheduling systems and have demonstrated proficiency in complex diagnostic testing appointment scheduling processes with a minimum of five plus (5) years of scheduling experience in an acute caresetting Experience in complex facility based ancillary testing across multiple facilities/states Ability to schedule for multiple facilities with significant variants in protocols Strong knowledge of third-party and government payer billing and reimbursement guidelines as well as department performance standards and policies and procedures Preferred NAHAM CHAA or AAHAM CRCS certification Position Highlights and Benefits: Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from the first day of employment. Work/Life balance with flexible schedules. Free onsite parking. Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all. Referral Rewards Program Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr