Scheduler/Biller, Surgery

CSC Surgery Scheduler/Biller schedules all surgical procedures and assures that all the appropriate clinical and insurance coding information is collected. This position will schedule the procedure according to established guidelines and provide accurate information so that all departments may view daily and maintains open communication with CSC departments and physician offices regarding schedule changes. This position initiates the billing process by entering pertinent charges and patient information in the HST charging system. Multitasking abilities and attention to detail with little room for error is a must. This description incorporates full time, part time and PRN Surgery Scheduler/Biller roles. Schedules procedures using HST Case Management in appropriate rooms and/or assigned blocks. Effectively schedules procedure rooms for optimal utilization.Documents physician specific requests and maintains complete and accurate records.Completes post-op data entry in a timely and accurate manner.Initiates billing process of post-surgical charges in a timely manner and justifies charges daily.Corrects or modifies discrepancies in scheduling and/or billing.Uses and understands medical/surgical terminology and approved abbreviations.Maintains system integrity and confidentiality of data. Participates in systems upgrades, as needed.Cross trains to learn other responsibilities. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, LICENSURE and REGISTRATION: High school graduate or GED preferred.Associate degree in health administration or a secretarial program a plus, or applicable experienceCurrent Valid Arkansas Drivers license. EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES: 2 years of physician/surgeon office, CARTI Surgery Center, or Hospital experience with procedure scheduling and/or billing with strong knowledge of medical terminology and familiarity with medical diagnostic procedures is required.Competent in EMR systems preferred.Excellent computer and other basic office equipment skills.Extensive knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation.Skilled in time management and organization.Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions.Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, team members and the public.Attention to detail, accuracy, and documentation.Utilizes an effective and efficient process to meet the demands of the surgical schedule and needs of the patient.Cooperative work attitude toward co-employees, management, patients, visitors, and physiciansAbility to promote favorable facility image with physicians, patients, insurance companies, and general public.Ability to make decisions and solve problems and seek assistance to ensure optimum quality and timely outcomes. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment involves potential exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals and other hazardous materials, radiation, and repetitive motions while performing the essential functions of this job. Team members are offered appropriate vaccinations and safety training. SAFETY SENSITIVE: This position is a Safety Sensitive Position. The essential functions, physical demands, and mental competencies of this job require the employee maintain the ability to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner.