Medical Scheduler
Portland, ME US
Job Description
This is a great temp-to-hire opportunity with our largest Healthcare client in Maine, centrally located in downtown Portland with parking provided by the employer, with openings in Portland, South Portland and Scarborough areas!
Responsibilities:
- Schedule surgeries and procedures for patients, ensuring all necessary information and documentation is obtained
- Coordinate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to schedule surgeries and ensure proper preparation
- Communicate with patients to provide pre-operative instructions and answer any questions or concerns
- Manage patient records and update electronic medical records (EMR) system with accurate scheduling information
- Collaborate with insurance companies to verify coverage and obtain necessary authorizations for procedures
- Coordinate with other departments within the medical facility to ensure smooth patient flow and efficient scheduling
Skills:
- Customer Service experience in a Medical Office setting
- Proficiency in medical scheduling software, such as Epic or Dentrix
- Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures, particularly in surgical specialties
- Organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, physicians, and staff members
- Ability to handle a high volume of calls and inquiries in a professional manner
- Experience providing administrative support in a healthcare setting
~This is a very computer and phone oriented job, rather than face to face with customers, so computer and phone scheduling/communication skills are highly preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Portland, ME (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Portland, ME: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
