Scheduling Coordinator - Ambulatory Operations

Posted:
9/19/2024, 2:58:31 AM

Location(s):
Cleveland, Ohio, United States ⋅ Ohio, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support ⋅ Operations & Logistics

Workplace Type:
On-site

                    

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.

                        

We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.

                                    

Job Title

Scheduling Coordinator - Ambulatory Operations

                        

Location

Cleveland

                    

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

                     

Department

Ambulatory Operations Transition-Regional Operations

                      

Job Code

B16014

                     

Shift

Days

                       

Schedule

8:30am-5:30pm

                       

Job Summary

                         

Job Details

Scheduling Coordinator – Ambulatory Operations  


Join Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. 


Cleveland Clinic is the first hospital in the nation to make great customer service a cornerstone of our mission. Customer service caregivers deliver what matters most to our patients and their families, ensure exceptional experiences and thrive on making positive impacts in the community. As a Scheduling Coordinator, you will be responsible for all ambulatory scheduled and unscheduled surgeries, procedures, admissions and/or appointments.    


A caregiver in this position works 8:00AM – 5:00PM.   


A caregiver who excels in this role will:  

  • Ensure accuracy of system-wide master patient index through validation and capture of patient demographic data. 

  • Validate patient physician information and ensures accurate collection. 

  • Identify patients in need of financial counseling to ensure appropriate payment of services. 

  • Triage appointments, based on diagnosis, patient preferences, and physician specialty. 

  • Coordinate services and provide special instructions as requested by patients, internal physicians and referring physicians. 

  • Perform scheduling both intra- and inter-departmentally as requested by physician orders. 

  • Receive orders and processes as indicated by provider and schedules according to protocol. 

  • Ensure accuracy of all data including appropriate CPT coding and case information (side, equipment, etc.). 

  • Serve as liaison with admitting office regarding hospital reservations, update admission information and cancels reservations. 

  • Act as a resource to all department personnel (surgeons, medical secretaries, nurses, residents, etc.) on daily activity. 

  • Communicate with patients and their families to provide detailed instructions, directions, and resources available. 


Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

  • High school diploma or GED.  

  • Two years of related experience in an area that provides broad knowledge of medical terminology that includes patient registration, patient billing, insurance processing or appointment/operating room scheduling OR three years of customer service concierge experience. 

  • Proficient in personal computers (PC) and general knowledge of PC-based systems and software. 


Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

  • Working knowledge of computerized appointment/OR scheduling systems, patient billing, insurance processing or other related office functions to coordinate patient access. 

  • In-depth knowledge of medical terminology and/or CPT/ICD coding. 

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel applications. 


Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/  


Physical Requirements:

  • Requires frequent standing, walking and sitting for extended periods of time.

  • Lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs.

  • Requires manual dexterity to grasp and handle records and to operate PC computer in the course of work and navigate throughout the hospital.

  • Normal or corrected vision.


Personal Protective Equipment:

  • Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. 

                       

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine. All offers of employment are follwed by testing for controlled substances and nicotine. All new caregivers must clear a nicotine test within their 90-day new hire period. Candidates for employment who are impacted by Cleveland Clinic Health System's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after one year.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility. 

Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster

                  

Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities