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Baptist Health Systems Patient Access Scheduler in Louisville, Kentucky
Job Description:
Baptist Health is looking for a Patient Access Scheduler to join our team in Louisville, KY
Patient Access Schedulers are responsible for scheduling patients for diagnostic tests and procedures as ordered by referring physicians (generally via Epic, fax or telephone). The Patient Access Scheduler will handle a large volume of incoming calls or faxes and schedule with multiple procedures within multiple departments. This person will be the first point of contact with patients or physician offices, and must ensure their needs are met. This person will be working in a fast paced environment where they will be expected to display expert customer service and communication skills to properly assist patients or office staff. They are responsible for informing patients and/or physician staff of the proper preparation and instructions for the tests ordered, and identify any precerts/authorizations/referrals they need to acquire. Must maintain effective communication with the patient, physician offices and ancillary departments within the hospital. Pre-registration, creation of payment estimates, insurance verification and benefit evaluation prior to appointment is imperative. Responsible for retaining orders for all scheduled appointments prior to service.
Requirements
* High School diploma or equivalent
* Must type 45-50 wpm
* Registration or Scheduling Experience Preferred
If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now! Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer."EEO Statement: Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and seeks to employ individuals without regard to r ace, color, national origin, gender, s exual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, religious or political beliefs, protected veteran status, employment status or any other protected class identified in any federal, state, or local law. Baptist Health specifically encourages minority, female, disabled, veteran and other candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and strengthen our team. Please note that Baptist Health is a drug-free workplace and employment with Baptist Health is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing.
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Persons with hearing and speech impairments can contact Baptist Health facilities by using the Kentucky Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). For voice to TDD, call 800.648.6057. For TDD to voice, call 800.648.6056."