Job Description

Responsible for handling Central Scheduling based calls and coordinating the scheduling of appointments for outpatient procedures for participating departments by physicians, physician office staff, patients and other customers.
Responsibilities \xe2\x80\xa2 Staff Central Scheduling telephone lines. \xe2\x80\xa2 Field telephone calls, answer questions and obtain information concerning the scheduling of outpatient procedures and schedule appointments in a professional, efficient manner. \xe2\x80\xa2 Obtain pertinent and necessary clinical history prior to scheduling exam and document this information appropriately within the Central \xe2\x80\xa2 Scheduling software package. \xe2\x80\xa2 Maintain medical terminology skills necessary for capturing clinical history. \xe2\x80\xa2 Identify areas, within the scope of Central Scheduling participating departments, where potential inefficiencies in utilization may occur. \xe2\x80\xa2 Data entry of scheduling related information using Central Scheduling specific software. \xe2\x80\xa2 Initiate follow-up (i.e. schedules) to customers including physicians, physician office staff, patients and participating departments. Provide instructions concerning patient preparation. \xe2\x80\xa2 Utilize multiple computerized databases and systems for scheduling of patients. \xe2\x80\xa2 Promote Central Scheduling by participating in health promotion seminars, conferences and/or community outreach activities. \xe2\x80\xa2 Maintain contact with all CAMC departments and affiliates participating in the centralized scheduling initiative. \xe2\x80\xa2 Maintain accurate, legible, up-to-date records. \xe2\x80\xa2 Keep work area and supply area organized. \xe2\x80\xa2 May be required to conduct inventory of supplies and equipment to ensure that necessary items are available or have been ordered and received. \xe2\x80\xa2 Utilize cost effective measures. \xe2\x80\xa2 Prepare schedules for all outpatient procedures associated with participating departments.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Patient Group Knowledge (Only applies to positions with direct patient contact) The employee must possess/obtain (by the end of the orientation period) and demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide developmentally appropriate assessment, treatment or care as defined by the department\xe2\x80\x99s identified patient ages. Specifically the employee must be able to demonstrate competency in: 1) ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of patient needs; 2) knowledge of growth and development; and 3) understanding of the range of treatment needed by the patients. Competency Statement Must demonstrate competency through an initial orientation and ongoing competency validation to independently perform tasks and additional duties as specified in the job description and the unit/department specific competency checklist. Common Duties and Responsibilities (Essential duties common to all positions) 1. Maintain and document all applicable required education. 2. Demonstrate positive customer service and co-worker relations. 3. Comply with the company\'s attendance policy. 4. Participate in the continuous, quality improvement activities of the department and institution. 5. Perform work in a cost effective manner. 6. Perform work in accordance with all departmental pay practices and scheduling policies, including but not limited to, overtime, various shift work, and on-call situations. 7. Perform work in alignment with the overall mission and strategic plan of the organization. 8. Follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures, as applicable. 9. Perform related duties as assigned.
Education \xe2\x80\xa2 High School Diploma or GED (Required) Education: Formalized Training in Medical Terminology. Experience: 2 years in health care or related field. Substitution: 1 year current continuous employment using/working knowledge, may substitute for proof of formal training in medical terminology and 2 years related experience.
Credentials \xe2\x80\xa2 No Certification, Competency or License Required
Work Schedule: Days Status: Full Time Regular Location: Document Center Building Location of Job: US:WV:Charleston Talent Acquisition Specialist: Chet A. Harless chet.harless@camc.org