CLN Scheduler, Marshall Medical Centers North- Dr. Sisk, Full Time, 1st Shift

Overview

The following statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements, which may be inherent in the position.

The Scheduler for the office is responsible for scheduling all patient activities, including but not limited to, physician appointments, treatments, outpatient endoscopies, procedures, documenting H&P, and discerning appropriate prep for each patient and procedure. The scheduler is responsible for verifying insurance coverage for all scheduled events and acquiring any necessary precertification’s or authorizations.

Some of the many skills performed

• Verbal ability to communicate courteously with patients and/or patient family members.
• Concern and interest in meeting the needs of the patient.
• Courtesy to and collaboration with other staff
• Accuracy and timeliness of information
• Computer skills:

o Electronic Medical Record (CPSI and Allscripts)

o Medicaid online

o Microsoft Excel

o Microsoft Word

• Preparing paperwork for daily procedure schedule (Surgical orders, H&P, cardiac clearance, pre-cert’s to Day surgery, admitting, and endoscopy
• Follows up diligently with resources and patients
• Documents appropriately in the chart/ EMR accurately and timely
• Handles account inquiries timely, accurately and courteously
• Ability to assume responsibility and take initiative
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to communicate and coordinate with healthcare professionals about schedules, patients, or changes.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED strongly preferred.

EXPERIENCE

One year of experience in pre-cert/ scheduling, Familiar with medical terminology

About Us

Lake Guntersville, a mountain-lakes jewel, is located approximately 30 miles from metro Huntsville – and is home to Marshall Medical Centers.

Marshall Medical Centers , an affiliate of the Huntsville Hospital Health System, serves the residents of Marshall County and the surrounding area (population approximately 125,000). With two hospitals, eight outpatient locations and a highly-trained team of physicians practicing 28 specialties, Marshall Medical is a confident, convenient choice for local healthcare. Residents can remain close to home and receive excellent care – often provided by those who are neighbors and friends.

Marshall Medical Center South is a 150-bed hospital in Boaz, Alabama, and opened in 1956. Marshall Medical Center North , in Guntersville, opened in 1990 – and – is a 90-bed facility. In addition to the two hospitals, the Gary R. Gore Medical Complex is conveniently located mid-county and is home to several outpatient clinics and a 22,000 square foot comprehensive Cancer Care Center.

Named by the Joint Commission as a “Top Quality Performer” among America’s hospitals, Marshall Medical Centers’ patients can be assured they are being treated in an environment where a premium is placed on quality and best practices.