Unitypoint Health West Des Moines , IA 50398
Posted 7 days ago
Overview
Specialty Services Scheduling Coordinator
West Des Moines, IA
Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM
Full Time Benefits
Assist the Clinic Supervisor/Clinic Administrator with overseeing the day-to-day management of scheduling functions of the patient care team in providing quality, cost-effective patient care.
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Responsibilities
Administrative/Clerical Support
Coordinate provider and clinical staff scheduling operations to include:
Develop work schedules and review and adjust staffing needs due to call-ins and patient volumes
Responsible for training of staff in excellent patient relations and office policies and procedures using FOCUS values and as directed by the Clinic Administrator
Accountable for providers/testing schedules
Maintain provider changes and hospital call schedules
Rebuild schedules as requested by providers and staff
Schedule providers for outreach clinics and notify appropriate Administrative personnel if clinic is cancelled
Maintain effective communication with front office experience specialist when changes are made to provider schedule
Open/close provider schedules as required
Work closely with EPIC Rebuild Team to create specialty schedules/templates
Responsible for notifying answering service of all changes made to call schedule
Track testing reading schedule for providers
Schedule meetings on Microsoft Outlook calendar for providers
Coordinate and process PTO request forms for providers to close out schedule once PTO is approved
Block provider schedules as required.
Coordinate residence program including student rotations.
Assist the Clinic Administrator with completion of required employment forms in an accurate and timely manner and coordinating orientation and training programs for new staff members.
Assist the Clinic Administrator with coordination of training needs for clinic staff.
Assist the Clinic Administrator with day-to-day operations of the clinic such as ordering of supplies, preparing invoices for payment and ensuring patient payments are posted and deposited appropriately.
Perform business office duties as directed by Clinic Administrator.
Complete monthly stat reports for clinic Director
Complete expense reports for providers
Schedule and attend clinic/department meetings, stay current on checking, sending and responding to emails and regularly check information on the organization's intranet site for updates on organizational activities and programs
Schedule and set up conference calls as required
Cover front desk as required in the event of staff shortages or heavy patient volumes.
Establish a mechanism to track physicians, providers and staff completion of mandatory licenses, permits, and training requirements.
Track provider CME's
Assist with provider credentialing as required.
Employee Development
Maintain compliance with CLIA, OSHA, Safety and Risk Management guidelines.
Establish effective mechanisms of communication with clinic staff, providers, patients and leadership to foster an environment of openness, trust, teamwork and staff development.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance at work.
Maintain compliance with Personnel policies and procedures.
Behave in a manner consistent with all Corporate Compliance and HIPAA policies and procedures.
Monitor environmental conditions in order to secure protected health information.
Demonstrate initiative to improve quality and customer service by striving to exceed customer expectations.
Balance team and individual responsibilities; be open and objective to other's views; give and welcome feedback; contribute to positive team goals; and put the success of the team above own interests.
Perform other duties as requested by the Clinic Administrator to facilitate the smooth and effective operations of the office.
Basic UPH Performance Criteria
Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.
Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.
Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.
Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.
Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.
Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.
Qualifications
Education
License(s)/Certification(s)
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to take initiative and exercise independent judgment, decision-making and problem solving expertise.
Knowledge of patient relation principles.
Ability to work as a team member.
Ability to understand and apply guidelines, policies and procedures.
Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English.
Multicultural sensitivity.
Customer/patient focused.
Critical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions.
Knowledge of computer systems and applications preferred.
Knowledge and experience with process improvement preferred.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Other
Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.
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