Augusta, Georgia
Durham, North Carolina
Johnson City, Tennessee
Stafford, Virginia
Cary, North Carolina
Durham, North Carolina
Posted: 04-Jun-25
Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Categories:
Internal Number: 70059446
POSITION SUMMARY: The Oncology Scheduling Coordinator is responsible for independently creating and scheduling appointments within the electronic medical record for a complex, multispecialty medical practice. This is supported by gathering patient-specific demographic and provider information to accurately assess the nature of the request and determine the appropriate appointment area; properly advising patients regarding the need for co-payments and referral authorizations to ensure the patient arrives on time and is prepared for their procedure or visit; Through this process, the Oncology Scheduling Coordinator responds to and interacts with a variety of individuals including patients, customers, referring physicians, clinical staff and family members. To provide exceptional service, the Oncology Scheduling Coordinator is required to navigate multiple systems simultaneously. As applicable, codes procedures with the correct CPT and ICD-10 codes for purposes of scheduling clinic visits and in-office procedures. Facilitates communication between physicians, patients and other practices regarding scheduling and appointments to ensure seamless transition for patient.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: High school graduate or equivalent.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: None required
SKILLS:
- Ability to read and write in English, bilingual in Spanish helpful
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to communicate effectively and collaboratively with physician, practices and various hospital departments
- Computer knowledge, keyboarding skills, switchboard skills and the ability to operate general office equipment are required.
EXPERIENCE: Three years experience in related healthcare field with demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, CPT and ICD-10 coding and outpatient scheduling.
NATURE OF SUPERVISION:
-Responsible to: Manager
ENVIRONMENT:
-Bloodborne pathogen- B
General office environment, frequent contact with patients, VDT exposure.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Long periods of sitting. Keyboard usage with sound ergonomic principles. May be required to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 20 lbs. Requires good vision, dexterity and the ability to type.