PRN PT scheduler position for the West market- Primarily splitting time between Bridgetown and Harrison offices, but could be anywhere within the west market. Scheduler duties include, but are not limited to patient scheduling, answering phones, taking payments, running estimates and all other levels of patient care.
Performs accurate front desk workflows in outpatient Ortho PT setting, including patient registration, scheduling, phone triage, cash handling and check-in/check-out, while maintaining a high level of professional customer service.
Scheduler- Outpatient PT- Bridgetown/Harrison offices
Reports to the department Site supervisor and is responsible for front office functions for the OP Rehab locations. Tasks include all patient scheduling, Pre-Service insurance verification, authorization and Medicare cap tracking as well as POS collections and customer service. Responsible for scheduling a wide variety of Rehab patients in a computer-based scheduling system. Responsible for patient charge reconciliation ensuring accuracy for continued revenue stream. Performs clerical support for the therapy department, including organization and sanitation of the waiting room and front office patient facing space.
Essential Job Functions
Scheduling of rehab services, utilizing EMR/Epic Monitors departments WQ and contacts all referred patients within 24-48hrs of entry within the WQ. Able to provide cross market WQ support for other Rehab departmentsChecks Rehab schedule daily to ensure all charges are accounted for per patient /departmentGathers and summarizes various statistics and reports by use of the computer as directed from site supervisorPossesses strong communication skills (telephone and in-person) Functions as center of communication for the therapy department. Responds to patient messages within 24hrsResponds to other departments inquiries regarding, help with verification, authorization, scheduling and billing as needed through the preservice centerEnsure the patient charges are complete and accurate by verifying through charge reconciliation process through EMR/EpicMaintains departments schedule for all therapist and ensures accuracy and accountability for cancelationsPossesses strong customer service skills and is able to remain calm in a hectic and stressful environment. Responsible for collecting all POS and maintaining a cash drawer Keep track of Medicare dollars needed for departmental tracking and complianceMaintains front office organization and cleanlinessPerforms other tasks as delegated by site supervisor and or market leadersMany of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
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