OverviewAs the Cardiology Procedure Scheduler you will be responsible for scheduling all inpatient and outpatient surgery and medical procedures, tests and studies ordered by the physician. Provides support, and communicates necessary information to patients and physicians regarding surgery scheduling. Your strong knowledge of information technology and computer science will be used to oversee all computer-related tasks, problems, and solutions within the business. You will analyze current systems and assets, recommend and implement solutions and upgrades, and provide training.About Us:CHI St. Vincent, a regional health network serving Arkansas is part of CommonSpirit Health. We have served Arkansas since 1888 with a history of many firsts. Together with more than 4500 coworkers, 1000 medical staff and 500 volunteers we consistently receive praise for care advancements. CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.At CHI St. Vincent Heart Clinic Arkansas, you will be an important part of the state’s largest and most diverse network of heart specialists. And we are close to home with services in Little Rock, North Little Rock, Hot Springs, Searcy and Conway and more than 25 community locations.Responsibilities
Maintain the surgery schedule, providing necessary information to patients and physicians.
Coordinate, register and schedule appointments for patients according to availability.
Conduct patient pre-certification on proper insurance approval for appointments and medical care.
Ensure all pre-operative required tests needed prior to surgery, are scheduled and completed.
Coordinate and ensure necessary equipment is ordered, room availability/scheduled, pre-surgery medication, etc. is arranged prior to scheduled procedure.
Communicate detailed information and answer patients' questions regarding surgery preparation instructions, arrival / departure instructions relative to procedure.
Schedule any necessary follow-up appointments, as directed by physicians.
Receive and screen calls relating to problems that may arise due to date changes and any reasons for cancellation.
Escalate non-routine issues to the practice manager or physician.
Perform other duties as assigned by the practice manager or physician.
QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent required.Pay Range$15.88 - $21.83 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.