Overview Looking to join a dedicated team where your work will make a lasting impact? We Fairview Health Services are looking for Scheduling Coordinator to join the behavioral staff at Riverside. This position is approved for 80 hours (7am to 3:30 pm) every two weeks and is benefit eligible. Some of the benefits we offer at Fairview include medical insurance - as low as $0, dental insurance - also a $0 option, PTO, and 403B with up to a 6% employer match; https://www.fairview.org/benefits/noncontract Responsibilities Job Description The Scheduling Coordinator is responsible for serving patients, providers, and staff in facilitating access to services, tests, procedures, etc. at the direction of the care provider. The Scheduling Coordinator coordinates the flow and exchange of information related to patients’ activity and performs registration and scheduling functions, as well as other clerical functions that meet the needs of scheduling. Job Expectations: Acquires vital consent from patient for medical records, authorization for evaluations, procedures, treatment programs, therapies, etc., from managed care plans and other payers. Communicates with patient, staff and referring physician regarding authorization decisions. Schedules services such as tests, procedures, follow-up visits and any other services the patient may require as taken from Doctor’s orders. Produces efficient and accurate schedules and associated reports. Records and updates schedule changes accurately. Monitors discharge status of patient, discharges patients and coordinates discharge communication procedures to referring physician. Responsible for answering of multiple telephone lines and looking after the caller’s needs quickly and thoroughly. Participates actively in department decision-making, coordinating patients schedules for multiple subject areas. Organization Expectations, as applicable: Demonstrates ability to provide care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level and cultural differences of population served. Partners with patient care giver in care/decision making. Communicates in a respective manner. Ensures a safe, secure environment. Individualizes plan of care to meet patient needs. Modifies clinical interventions based on population served. Provides patient education based on as assessment of learning needs of patient/care giver. Fulfills all organizational requirements. Completes all required learning relevant to the role. Complies with and maintains knowledge of all relevant laws, regulation, policies, procedures and standards. Fosters a culture of improvement, efficiency and innovative thinking. Qualifications Minimum Education High School diploma Preferred Education Vocational training/certificate in any of the following areas: medical receptionist, office management and technology, administrative specialist, etc. We have found our top performers share some of the following traits: High standard of creative prioritization skills and priority setting. Shown focus on customer service/patient service with every interaction. Excellent public relations and interpersonal/communication skills. Work as an effective team member to deliver outstanding care. Ability to use appropriate computer applications. Capable of working independently and demonstrate critical thinking skills. Ability to accept change and empower those around you to engage in ongoing process improvement. An understanding of Dignity, Integrity, Service, Compassion and Innovation. EEO Statement EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status