Clinical Scheduler

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Responsible for providing administrative support for the agency by performing general office duties
including maintaining adequate stock of supplies needed for staff and patient care. Supports the clinical
manager with managing patient schedules to ensure visits are performed in accordance with ordered
frequencies and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Greets visitors in a courteous, professional, and timely manner
• Assists with answering incoming calls from patients, staff, physician offices, referral sources, etc. and transfers caller to the appropriate person or department
• Takes messages when needed and relays to the appropriate person in a timely manner
• Selects appropriate clinician for patient assignment based upon patient needs, location of the patient, and skill of the clinician
• Maintains visit data in electronic medical record

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED
• Must hold valid license in the state of practice and in the state of residence
• Current CPR certification
• Minimum of one year clinical experience, preferably in home health
• Minimum of two years of administrative experience in a healthcare environment, preferred
• Home health and/or hospice experience
• Sound knowledge of the framework, organization and function of home care
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet Explorer) with the ability to learn industry specific software applications
• Solid organizational skills, thoroughness, and a keen attention to detail with the ability to multi-task while prioritizing effectively
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Excellent, oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Basic clinical skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Ability to develop critical thinking skills, research situations, solve complex problems and deal with a variety of issues