Appointment Coordinator (Urgent Care) - Marshfield Clinic Health System : Job Details

Come work at a place where innovation and teamwork come together to support the most exciting missions in the world!Job Title:Appointment Coordinator (Urgent Care)Cost Center:301341028 Lake Hallie-AppointmentsScheduled Weekly Hours:20Employee Type:RegularWork Shift:See Job Description for detail (United States of America)Job Description:JOB SUMMARY The Appointment Coordinator serves as an initial contact for patients and customers, in-person and via telephone, and assists them in a manner consistent with Marshfield Clinic Health Systems' customer service standards. The Appointment Coordinator assesses needs of the patients or customers to determine appropriate scheduling with health care providers within a time and sequence acceptable to the patient and customer's needs and Clinic policy.Work Shift:Mon - Fri; variable days/hours between 7:00 am - 7:00 pm. Sat & Sun - 7:00 am - 1:00 pm (rotating weekends).ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS1. Operates computer and phone system to appropriately and accurately schedule, change, cancel, coordinate, and confirm appointments including ancillary tests and procedures for patients and customers.2. Screens all incoming phone calls to the department and determines disposition.3. Schedules and instructs patients on preparations for tests and procedures.4. Sends letters with appropriate forms, questionnaires, and instructions to patients to educate or receive feedback about their appointment and or procedures.5. Receives, processes, and files letters and forms from patients and referral sources.6. Verifies and updates patients' insurance and demographic information.7. Maintains and updates provider schedules.8. Operates a fax machine, photocopier and/or printer effectively to communicate patient information.9. Requests and processes co-payments from patients.10. Regular attendance is required in order to carry out the essential functions of the position.11. Reviews and meets ongoing competency requirements of the role to maintain the skills, knowledge and abilities to perform, within scope, role specific functions.ADDITIONAL DUTIES1. Monitors, orders and delivers/stores supplies.2. Performs receptionist duties.3. Other duties as assigned. JOB QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATIONFor positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.Minimum Required: High School diploma or equivalent.Preferred/Optional: Completion of a Medical Terminology course. Graduate of a vocational technical Health Unit Coordinator Program, Medical Office Specialist, Medical Secretary.EXPERIENCE Minimum Required: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Keyboard, computer, and telephone proficiency.Preferred/Optional: Six months' previous experience in a healthcare facility to include direct patient contact or previous customer service experience.CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position. Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.Minimum Required: NonePreferred/Optional: NoneMarshfield Clinic Health System is committed to enriching the lives of others through accessible, affordable and compassionate healthcare. Successful applicants will listen, serve and put the needs of patients and customers first.At Marshfield Clinic Health System, we are fully committed to addressing health equity, diversity and inclusion for our employees and providers, our patients, and the communities we serve. We believe that every individual should have the opportunity to attain their highest level of health. We embrace diversity and welcome differences in who we are and how we think. We believe that any individual or group should feel welcomed, respected and valued. View our Equity and Inclusion Statement here.Exclusion From Federal Programs: Employee may not at any time have been or be excluded from participation in any federally funded program, including Medicare and Medicaid. This is a condition of employment. Employee must immediately notify his/her manager or the Health System's Compliance Officer if he/she is threatened with exclusion or becomes excluded from any federally funded program.Marshfield Clinic Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.