Overview
Position Summary:**
Sovah Health is looking for the ideal candidate who will work with physicians, nursing, and patients to schedule outside testing/appointments. Completes required paperwork for pre-authorizations and pre-certifications.
· Schedule surgeries, radiology test and special procedures for patients as ordered by providers (radiology biopsies, Pet Scans, Stat radiological test) and schedules post op appointments as needed.
· Records surgery cases in surgeons’ scheduling book.
· Pre-certs surgeries, including those performed in the office; works with providers to code diagnosis and procedures as needed for pre-certs.
· Faxes Radiology test to Radiology scheduler and monitors appointments so follow-up appointments can be scheduled.
· Schedules clearance appointments and monitors to make sure approval is received.
· Makes referrals to specialists and monitors to make sure patients receive an appointment.
· Provides patients with instructions for surgery, pre-op and radiology tests, etc.
· Calls insurance companies for allowable amounts so patients are aware of their pre-payment obligations.
· Coordinates benefits with insurance companies specific to the clinic specialty (Surgeries, Allergy testing, Hearing Aids, Office procedures, Radiological testing).
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Who We Are:
*People are our passion and purpose.*Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. SOVAH Health – Danville is a 250 bed hospital with the region’s only designated Chest Pain Center & Certified Advanced Primary Stroke Center. We are an academic teaching site for residents, medical students, nurses, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and physician assistants.
Where We Are:
From our beautiful rolling countryside to our thriving downtown, Danville offers big city amenities with quaint, small town charm. We are home to a thriving arts and entertainment scene, numerous local restaurants and shops, diverse educational institutions, and vast recreational opportunities.
Why Choose Us:
· Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
· Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
· Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
· Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
· Professional development, Growth opportunities, and Mentor-based training
· And much more…
*Minimum Qualifications:***
Minimum Education
High school diploma or equivalent required. Some college preferred
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Microsoft Office products, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and preferably Access.
Minimum Work Experience
Two years of experience coordinating and scheduling medical procedures required.
EEOC Statement:
SOVAH Health – Danville is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans’ status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
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**Job:** **Administration/Clerical*
**Organization:** **Danville PP Specialty Clinics*
**Title:** *Scheduler – Cardiology*
**Location:** *Virginia-Danville*
**Requisition ID:** *7455-12404*
