Central Scheduler

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCentral SchedulerDepartment: Primary CareProgram: Primary CareReports to: Medical Office SupervisorEmployment Status: Full-TimeFLSA Status: Non-ExemptSchedule: 40 Hours/52 WeeksPreference: TERO Ordinance 2017-01, P.L. 93-638Job SummaryThe Central Scheduler's primary duties are scheduling appointments and answering all incoming calls to Dena'ina Wellness Center. The Central Scheduler is responsible for appointment scheduling for all clinical services within Primary Care. The Central Scheduler is responsible for directing un'ina phone calls to appropriate staff. The Central Scheduler is responsible for verifying all demographic information, name, address, phone number, and insurance for un'ina when scheduling an appointment.Essential FunctionsResponsible for scheduling un'ina appointments for all clinical services within the Primary Care DepartmentResponsible for rescheduling un'ina as needed and directed by supervisorEnsures un'ina demographic information is up to date when scheduling an appointment, to include: name, address, phone number, and insuranceEnsuring all incoming calls are answered in a timely manner and un'ina calls are transferred to appropriate department or staff as neededAccurately document all un'ina encounters in Electronic Health Record (EHR) and route to appropriate staffCompletes reminder phone calls to un'ina the business day prior to scheduled appointmentEnsures compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinanceIt is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.Working ConditionsLifting RequirementsSedentary work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.Physical RequirementsStand or Sit (Stationary position)Walk (Move, Traverse)Use hands/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess)Repetitive MotionOSHA CategoriesCategory III - Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aidEquipment and ToolsList Equipment used for job: Computer, Phone, Fax Machine, Photo Copier, Scanner, Electronic Health RecordList Tools:Drives KIT or Personal Vehicle:TravelLocalQualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)ExperienceTwo years (2) experience in a medical office setting as a Registration Technician or SchedulerTwo (2) years' experience in insurance verification and medical terminologyPreferredKnowledge and experience working with cultural diversitiesKnowledge of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)License/CertificationMust have a valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy, or obtain within 90 days of hireBasic Life Support (BLS) certification, required within 90 days of hireSpecial SkillsProficiency with Microsoft Suite, or obtain training within 90 days of hireAbility to work independently as well as collaborativelyConducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un'ina, visitors, co-workers and othersStrong attention to detail and accuracy in data entryExcellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with diverse un'ina populationsAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple prioritiesKnowledge of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)*Memorandum of Understanding: Serves as documented evidence that the Kenaitze Indian Tribe has expressed the ineligibility of an employee to operate motor vehicles owned, leased or rented by the Kenaitze Indian Tribe, or to operate a personal vehicle on behalf of the Kenaitze Indian Tribe. Job Posted by ApplicantPro