Job Description: Pay Range: $30hr $35hr
- The Scheduling Coordinator schedules patient appointments/follow ups and/or surgeries as appropriate in the assigned unit/clinic.
- Obtains authorizations and pre-authorization for services to be rendered.
- Schedules ancillary appointments as necessary for patients.
- Ensures patient charts are prepared prior to appointments/follow-up and/or surgery including x-rays and pertinent lab work.
- Makes arrangements for any special equipment as needed.
- Reviews and codes charge slips for patient care services and/or surgical services rendered.
- Maintains files and records, including supporting documentation for insurance claims.
- Maintains master appointment/surgery calendar for physician(s).
- Oversees equipment and office supply inventory.
- Reads all incoming mail, prioritizing and distributing as appropriate.
- The Scheduling Coordinator acts as a liaison with other departments and physician office staff and arranges for all necessary support services and equipment needed for a case.