Scheduler/Biller, Urology Surgery

Brief DescriptionJOB SUMMARY: Urology Surgery Scheduler coordinates and schedules all surgical and urology procedures and assures that all the appropriate clinical and insurance coding information is collected. This position will schedule the procedure according to established guidelines and provide accurate information so that all departments may view daily and maintain open communication with CARTI Surgery Center, multiple departments, patient contact, and physician offices regarding schedule changes. This position initiates the billing process by entering pertinent charges and patient information in multiple EMR’s. Multitasking abilities and attention to detail with little room for error is a must.This position is a Safety Sensitive Position. The essential functions, physical demands, and mental competencies of this job require the employee maintain the ability to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner. Job Specific Duties And ResponsibilitiesSchedules procedures using HST Case Management in appropriate rooms and/or assigned blocks. Effectively schedules procedure rooms for optimal utilization. Coordinates and schedules, pre-operative testing and follow-up appointments as designated by physician.Documents physician specific requests and maintains complete and accurate records.Schedules surgeries based on physician volume maintain appropriate turn- around time. Ensure all pre and post-operative instructions are communicated to the patient per provider. Completes post-op data entry in a timely and accurate manner.Initiates billing process of post-surgical charges in a timely manner and justifies charges daily.Corrects or modifies discrepancies in scheduling and/or billing.Uses and understands medical/surgical terminology and approved abbreviations.Maintains system integrity and confidentiality of data. Participates in systems upgrades, as needed.Cross trains to learn other responsibilities.EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, LICENSURE And REGISTRATIONHigh school graduate or GED preferred.Associate degree in health administration or a secretarial program a plus, or applicable experienceCurrent Valid Arkansas Driver’s license. EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, And ABILITIES2 years of physician/surgeon office, Ambulatory Surgery Center, or Hospital experience with procedure scheduling and/or billing with strong knowledge of medical terminology and familiarity with medical diagnostic procedures is required. Competent in EMR systems preferred. Excellent computer and other basic office equipment skills.Extensive knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Skilled in time management and organization.Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions.Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, team members and the public.Reasoning AbilityAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or scheduled form. Interpersonal SkillsMust interact and communicate both verbally and in written form.Must interact and exchange information regarding patients with physicians and other departmental personnel, and outside agencies frequently, while respecting the confidentiality of patient information.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.Work EnvironmentThe work environment described here is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.This position involves potential exposure to infectious diseases. Colleagues are offered appropriate vaccinations and safety training.